The Governors of Birches First School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, experienced and highly motivated Teaching Assistant to join our wonderful team. We encourage applications from anyone who has experience of supporting children with SEMH, Communication and interaction, Cognition and learning, ADHD and ASD Diagnosis to develop and achieve, who can build a good rapport with children and staff and who works well as part of a team. The successful TA will work with teachers and the school to establish a supportive and nurturing learning environment in which children make excellent progress. The role is for a 17.5 hours per week providing learning opportunities and care to our children. Applicants must have a full and approved Level 2 Qualification to work within our School setting. Working hours will be Mon-Fri every morning. Please contact the school to discuss further and to arrange a visit to come and see our amazing School environment. Level 2 Grade 3, Term Time Only FIXED TERM ENDING 21/07/2025 We are looking for someone who: Main purpose : Work with class teachers to raise the learning and attainment of pupils Promote pupils’ independence, self-esteem and social inclusion Give support to pupils, individually or in groups, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning, and experience a sense of achievement Working with staff, parents/carers and relevant professionals Communicate effectively with other staff members and pupils, and with parents and carers under the direction of the class teacher Communicate their knowledge and understanding of pupils to other school staff and education, health and social care professionals, so that informed decision making can take place on intervention and provision Contribute to meetings with parents and carers by providing feedback on pupil progress, attainment and barriers to learning, as directed by teachers With the class teacher, keep other professionals accurately informed of performance and progress, or concerns they may have about the pupils they work with Understand their role in order to be able to work collaboratively with classroom teachers and other colleagues, including specialist advisory teachers Collaborate and work with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and beyond the school Develop effective professional relationships with colleague Teaching and Learning Demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to support the work of the teacher and increase achievement of all pupils including, where appropriate, those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning and extracurricular activities Support the teaching of a broad and balanced curriculum aimed at pupils achieving their full potential in all areas of learning Use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school’s policy and procedures Support class teachers with maintaining good order and discipline among pupils, managing behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment Organise and manage teaching space and resources to help maintain a stimulating and safe learning environment Observe pupil performance and pass observations on to the class teacher Supervise a class if the teacher is temporarily unavailable Use ICT skills to advance pupils’ learning Undertake any other relevant duties given by the class teacher Contribute to effective assessment and planning by supporting the monitoring, recording and reporting of pupil performance and progress as appropriate to the level of the role Read and understand lesson plans shared prior to lessons, if available Prepare the classroom for lessons We can offer you: A great team of hardworking colleagues Outstanding children who are keen to learn Supportive parents and governors Opportunities for professional development within school and as part of the MAT A well-resourced and safe working environment A highly skilled SENCo as a source of expertise and support Cyclescheme - Salary Sacrifice Scheme Employee wellbeing support / Counselling Visits to the school: Please contact the school office on 01902 297910 to arrange. CLOSING DATE 2 nd April 2025 9am INTERVIEW DATE 7 th April 2025 SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES NOTIFED BY 5pm on 2 nd April 2025