Job details
Job role
* Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
Design and technology
Working pattern
Part time: 16.5 hours per week Monday to Wednesday. Term time only.
Contract type
Permanent
Actual salary
Pro Rata salary for part time and term time only £9060 - £9202
What skills and experience we're looking for
Up Holland High School wishes to appoint a Teaching Assistant Level 1 to work within our Art, Design and Technology Department for 16.5 hours over 3 days per week, Monday to Wednesday. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for creativity and hands-on work, looking to gain experience within a school environment.
Support for Students:
* To meet the needs of student(s) in relation to welfare, hygiene, toileting, dressing, feeding and mobility.
* To assist with movement around the school environment and during school activities.
* To assist in the development of independent social skills.
* To ensure the proper use of specialist aids and equipment.
* To supervise set tasks and integrated therapy for an individual/small group of students.
* To accompany students on visits.
* To administer basic first aid where appropriately trained.
* To assist in the specific medical/care needs of students when specific training has been undertaken.
Support for the Teacher:
* To assist in the preparation of materials, tools, and resources for Art, Design and Technology lessons.
* To set up and clear away practical equipment before and after lessons.
* To support students with basic techniques in Art, Design and Technology subjects, including the safe use of equipment.
* To provide hands-on assistance during lessons, including demonstrations where appropriate.
* To assist with the maintenance of classroom equipment ensuring it is kept in a clean and tidy condition and reporting damages.
* To assist in monitoring, displaying, and the removal of work displays.
* To report student's problems/achievements to the teacher as necessary.
Support for the Curriculum - Resource and Equipment Management:
* To ensure the availability of appropriate learning aids, materials, and equipment.
* To maintain and organise stock, materials, and equipment for Art, Graphics, Photography, Textiles, Food Technology, and Resistant Materials.
* To assist in ordering and replenishing supplies as needed.
* To ensure all tools and machinery are kept in safe working condition, carrying out routine maintenance where necessary.
* To support with the upkeep of displays and exhibitions showcasing student work.
Health and Safety Compliance:
* To ensure all equipment is used safely and in accordance with school policies.
* To maintain a clean and safe working environment in all ADT areas.
General:
* To maintain confidentiality of all school documentation in line with the data protection act.
* The post holder may be requested to carry out further reasonable additional duties as directed by the Headteacher.
* To hold a First Aid Certificate or show a willingness to undertake First Aid Training.
* To work smoothly and harmoniously with other members of staff.
* To be of smart appearance, efficient, energetic, and proactive.
* To participate in the school's appraisal scheme where appropriate.
* To be aware of own and other's health and safety.
* To work within school policies and procedures.
* To attend training on or off school site.
* The duties may be varied by the Headteacher and/or Governing Body to meet changed circumstances in a manner compatible with the post held.
What the school offers its staff
UpHolland High School is dedicated to excellence and prides itself on the excellent opportunities it offers to all students in order for them to develop and succeed.
This is achieved by offering a broad and balanced curriculum that is delivered by high-quality practitioners. The school has an outstanding reputation for academic achievement and educational standards, which has been achieved by placing the individual child's needs at the core of our ethos and our decision-making.
We recognise that the development of the 'whole child' is an integral part of our work. We want the students to achieve both fantastic outcomes and to develop their interpersonal skills so that they are confidently prepared for life beyond school. At the heart of this ethos, we promote our core values of leadership, organisation, resilience, initiative, and communication. At UpHolland High School, we expect students to be self-motivated, ambitious, determined, and hard-working. We encourage them to make the most of their abilities and talents. Alongside this, we expect students to be kind, thoughtful, and respectful to one another. We want them to participate in all aspects of school life, developing into responsible citizens who make a positive contribution to the wider community.
We strongly believe in the power of the 'student voice' and as such, afford the children the opportunity to positively impact change and improve our school by representing our student councils and junior leadership team. We expect our students to be responsible role models to each other and to the students in our partner primary schools, promoting a sense of community responsibility.
The pastoral care is a real strength of our school. We pride ourselves on knowing the students as individuals, which enables us to successfully work in partnership with parents and carers. This partnership is absolutely critical in ensuring students are happy, healthy, and successful. Our extensive system of rewards encourages the pursuit of excellence and core values by celebrating progress, attainment, and the overall contribution made to school life. High expectations of attendance, punctuality, uniform, and behaviour underpin success in our school and lay the fundamental foundations for life beyond Up Holland.
Commitment to safeguarding:
Up Holland High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will need to undertake a DBS enhanced clearance, including checks with past employers. Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, online searches will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Applying for the job:
Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to a.mckernan@uphollandhigh.org.uk
CVs are not accepted.
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