Primary Teaching Assistant Harrow Long Term ASAP Start £90 - £100 per day Term time only Main Duties To work under the instruction/guidance of teaching/senior staff to undertake work/care/support programmes, to enable access to learning for pupils and to assist the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom. Work may be carried out in the classroom or outside the main teaching area. SUPPORT FOR PUPILS Develop a positive and supportive relationships with pupils Be aware of the differing needs of pupils Supervise and provide particular support for pupils, including those with special needs, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour Plans and Personal Care programmes Set challenging and demanding expectations and promote self-esteem and independence Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under guidance of the teacher SUPPORT FOR THE TEACHER Use strategies, in liaison with the teacher, to support pupils to achieve learning goals Assist with the planning of learning activities Monitor pupils responses to learning activities and accurately record achievement/progress as directed Establish constructive relationships with parents/carers Administer routine tests and invigilate exams and undertake routine marking of pupils work PERSON SPECIFICATION Competency in written and oral English to GSCE Grade C minimum or equivalent Successful completion of a course of study in relation to child development or education e.g. N.V.Q. in Childcare and Education or equivalent, DCSF four day training programme Experience of working with children and families in a school setting Experience of working as part of a team Knowledge of child development The ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing Good personal organisation e.g. time management Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to show initiative in a range of situations Ability to work with tact and diplomacy Ability to interact positively with pupils, parents and colleagues If you are interested in this Primary Teaching Assistant opportunity, trial days can be arranged immediately We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. To apply for this opportunity your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application. Please see our website page headed About and scroll to the bottom to see our Privacy Notice for an explanation about how we use information we collect about you. Primary Teaching Assistant | Outstanding Primary School | Harrow INDTALND22 ADZN1_UKTJ