Teaching Assistant

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to join Brakenhale School and become an integral member of the Science team. We are an 11 to 18 school situated on the southern side of Bracknell town centre. We are a community school. Our commitment to high standards and outstanding teaching has led us to become the school of choice for families in Bracknell Forest. You will also be joining a terrific team, emphasising the importance of cooperation and teamwork. Your role at our school will be to help our teachers to provide high quality teaching to our students.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive, non-selective and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs with remote / hybrid working opportunities where appropriate. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.

Main responsibilities:

• To assess, manage and deliver pastoral and learning support
• To work alongside teachers in the classroom to deliver learning to support the academic achievement of all pupils
• To support students during transition periods
• To provide feedback to pupils, the SENCO and the class teachers
• Assist the teacher with preparing materials for the class and assist at the end of lessons, always ensuring to maintain a safe working environment
• To support the pupils to understand instructions and develop independent learning skills
• To work in line with the behaviour for learning policy
• To support students with their social, emotional well-being and reporting concerns where appropriate
• To assist in responding to low level safeguarding concerns
• To support the SENCO in the identification of the needs of students on the SEN register
• Record basic student data
• Assist with break and lunch time supervision as required
• Assisting with extra curricular clubs, sometimes out of the normal hours
• To complete required training
• To follow all Health & Safety, safeguarding and GDPR requirements
• The post holder is responsible for ensuring that the school safeguarding/child protection policy is adhered to and concerns are raised in accordance with this policy.
• To be first aid trained, and willing to assist students where necessary.
• To assist students with personal care as required.
• To carry out tasks as reasonably required by the Headteacher.

You will need:

• GCSE Maths & English Grade C or equivalent
• Good literacy and numeracy skills
• Appropriate experience of operating in a similar role To assess, manage and deliver pastoral and learning support
• Knowledge of using IT systems and packages, in particular Microsoft Office
• Able to use relevant technology and specialist equipment effectively
• Experience of working with vulnerable young people Experience of working in a school’s environment
• Strong verbal & written communication skills and an ability to use these to have a positive input on student learning in the classroom & in small groups/1-1
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Ability to work within set guidelines and respond to unexpected circumstances
• Ability to cope with exposure to emotionally demanding situations
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team or as an individual
• Ability to prioritise workloads and have excellent time management and organisational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to establish positive relationships with staff members at all levels
• Able to take a whole school perspective on issues
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to be self-motivating
• Resourceful, creative and enthusiastic
• Ability to remain positive

What’s in it for you:

• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym Discounts
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Green car scheme
• Being part of a great team and expanding organisation

Please download the recruitment pack for further information.

Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 18th October 2024. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive.

If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know. Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.