We are seeking to appoint a motivated and dedicated Teaching Assistant with experience of KS2 to join our friendly team. If you would like to join a school that creates an environment where pupils are enthused to learn and respect the world around them, then this is the job for you.
You will need to have good communication and interpersonal skills, high expectations and a real commitment to supporting the children as they enjoy learning a bespoke knowledge rich curriculum.
You must be able to help keep pupils engaged and on track during each lesson and you will have strong behavioural management skills.
Start Date: To Be Arranged
Salary: Support Scale C, £12.65/hour, £18,214 per annum approx. (FTE £24,404 based on 37 hours – Please note the salary will be pro rata)
Permanent: 32.25 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (Term Time +1)
Email: recruitment@westnorfolkacademiestrust.co.uk
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About the Role
To work under the instruction/guidance of teaching 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.
As part of our school community, the Teaching Assistant will embody and promote our core values of Respect, Resilience, Ambition, and Diversity in all interactions.
Main Duties and Responsibilities, but not limited to:
● To attend to the personal and social needs of pupils and any other special requirements depending on the nature of a pupil’s special needs and, wherever possible, making this part of the learning experience.
● Supervise and support pupils ensuring their safety and access to learning.
● Establish good relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and being aware of and responding appropriately to individual needs, promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils and encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher.
● To be proactive, adapting and preparing resources within lessons in discussion with the Class Teacher based on ITP targets/EHCP targets
Support for the Curriculum
● Support pupils to understand instructions and make reasonable adjustments in discussion with the Class Teacher to enable pupils to fully access the curriculum.
Support for the School
● Be aware of, and comply with, policies and procedures relating to child protection, health including positive mental health, safety and security, confidentiality, data protection, intimate care and SEN code of practice 2014 reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.
● Be aware of, and support, difference and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop.
● Ensure confidentiality and maintain professional standards in this area by reporting concerns or information to Class Teacher, SENCO, Assistant Head and Head Teacher.
● Attend relevant meetings as required and participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required.
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Closing Date for Applications: 26th March 2025
Interview Dates: TBC
Start Date: To be arranged
How to apply
For this vacancy, please click the 'Apply for Job' button, to complete our online application form.
Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable field is met.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from minority ethnic communities and those with disabilities. An enhanced DBS check will be required.
This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualifications) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post.