SEND Teaching Assistant

TYPICAL TASKS

SEND Teaching Assistant will:

• To aid the pupil to learn as effectively as possible both in group situations and on his/her own by, for example:
• Clarifying and explaining instructions
• Ensuring the pupil is able to use equipment and materials provided
• Motivating and encouraging the pupil(s) as required by providing levels of individual attention, reassurance and help with learning tasks as appropriate to pupils’ needs
• Assisting in weaker areas, e.g. speech and language, reading, spelling, numeracy, handwriting/presentation etc
• Using praise, commentary and assistance to encourage the pupil to concentrate and stay on task
• Liaising with class teacher, SENCO and other professionals about individual education plans (IEPs), contributing to the planning and delivery as appropriate
• Providing additional nurture to individuals when requested by the class teacher or SENCO
• Consistently and effectively implementing agreed behaviour management strategies
• Helping to make appropriate resources to support the pupil

• To establish supportive relationships with the pupil concerned

• To promote the acceptance and inclusion of the pupil with SEN, encouraging pupils to interact with each other in an appropriate and acceptable manner

• Monitor the pupil’s response to the learning activities and, where appropriate, modify or adapt the activities as agreed with the teacher to achieve the intended learning outcomes.

• To give positive encouragement, feedback and praise to reinforce and sustain the pupil’s efforts and develop self-reliance and self-esteem.

• To mark pupils’ work under the direction of the class teacher

• To support the pupil in developing social skills both in and out of the Classroom

• To support the use of ICT in learning activities and with specific programmes to support learning. (For example – Clicker 6)

• To provide regular feedback on the pupil’s learning and behaviour to the teacher/SENCO, including feedback on the effectiveness of the behaviour strategies adopted

• Under the direction of the teacher, carry out and report on systematic observations of pupils to gather evidence of their knowledge, understanding and skills upon which the teacher makes judgements about their stage of development

• When working with a group of pupils, understand and use group dynamics to promote group effectiveness and support group and individual performance

• Where appropriate, to know and apply positive handling techniques  

• To know and apply school policies on Child Protection, Health and Safety, Behaviour, Teaching and Learning, Equal Opportunities etc

• Where appropriate to develop a relationship to foster links between home and school, and to keep the school informed of relevant information

• To be aware of confidential issues linked to home/pupil/teacher/school

• To contribute towards reviews of the pupil’s progress as appropriate

• To comply with legal and organisational requirements for maintaining the health, safety and security of yourself and others in the learning environment

• To take part in training activities offered by the school to further knowledge and skills of working with a child with specific learning difficulties

• To be willing to support playground/break time supervision e.g. educational games, homework clubs etc

• To accompany teacher and pupils on educational visits    

• To provide individual support, as required, during examination sessions

• To carry out the above duties in accordance with the Education Department’s Equal Opportunities Policy.

Person Specification:

·        Have at least GCSE/GCE in literacy and numeracy

·        Be committed to own professional development, and be willing to undertake other appropriate training

·        Have completed TA induction programme

·        Understand special educational needs

·        Knowledge of school rules, procedures, policies

·        Be able to understand and support early years/foundation stage

·        Be able to use technology as a learning tool – e.g. computer, video

·        Able to operate technological equipment – e.g. photocopier, digital camera

·        Able to relate well to children and adults

·        Have good communication and listening skills, including able to use basic sign language

·        Able to take direction but also take initiative when required

·        Have experience of working with children of age with which post is concerned, previous experience of work as a TA required

·        Can solve straightforward problems and respond to unforeseen circumstances (e.g. hazards, accidents etc.)

If you are ready for the challenge, contact Carruthers.r2@welearn365.com

for a visit or email your CV, letter of application and a completed GST

application form to apply. For further information or to arrange a discussion

with Miss Ladbury – Head of School, please email Carruthers.r2@welearn365.com.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the heart of what we value as an organisation. The Griffins Trust is an equal opportunities employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability or any other status protected by law.

Completed applications should be sent to Carruthers.r2@welearn365.com by

12pm on Friday 13th September. Interviews are provisionally scheduled for w/c Monday 16th September 2024.