What skills and experience we're looking for
Key Purpose:
•Prepare and serve refreshments to pupils at breaktime, e.g Toast and Juice duties.
•Assisting pupils in the acquisition of basic literacy and numeracy skills.
•To assist pupils in making progress across all subject areas.
•Working with SEN pupils on an individual or group basis as required.
•1:1 and group reading with pupils.
•Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis where needed.
•Assist in offsite visits.
•Aid pupils with special needs to access all subjects of the national curriculum and encourage their independence as learners.
•Ensure pupils understand instructions.
•Motivate and encourage pupils to behave well in and around school.
•Acquaint themselves with the support materials in and around the school for individual pupil or group use.
•Assist the teacher in developing a supportive and trusting relationship with other adults and children.
•Promote and reinforce pupil self-esteem through praise and encouragement.
•Be sensitive to the general welfare and care of all pupils within the school, drawing areas of concern to the attention of the class teacher.
•Meet the physical and/ or hygiene needs of pupils as required.
•Act as support worker for children with Emotional and Behavioral Difficulties.
•Support children at lunchtime.
What the school offers its staff
As part of the Rivers C of E Trust, the heart of all we do is out school ethos; Love, Learn, Live. At the core of this ethos is a belief in nurturing and ensuring positive wellbeing of all of our children. Alongside this we have an experienced, dedicated and determined staff team who have consistently high expectations of all children in all aspects of school life. As a school, we are committed to creating a happy and vibrant community, where everyone feels valued, where students are stretched and supported academically and are given memorable experiences that excite them about learning for life. This is underpinned by our school values. Our STARS values: Sharing Trust Achievement) Respect Safety
We are proud to be part of the 1 form entry primary school which caters for pupils from 3-11years old. Within each class the children work in both ability and mixed ability groups ensuring all children are supported and challenged at a level which is appropriate for their ability. We are dedicated to preparing our children to be active citizens, in an ever-changing world by providing a curriculum based on the United Nations sustainable development goals. Teaching and learning are also supported by the use of technology and 1:1 iPads.
Commitment to safeguarding
Jubilee Park Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check