Teaching Assistant - Grade 2

We Are Looking For

• A positive and proactive team member who communicates well and works collaboratively with others.
• Someone with a good level of literacy and numeracy, who is able to follow teacher direction and support learning with quiet confidence.
• A flexible, dependable person who always maintains professionalism and confidentiality.
• Someone who understands the importance of safeguarding and wellbeing in a primary school setting.

Key duties:

• Work on a 1:1 basis supporting a pupil during teacher-led activities, encouraging independence and active participation.
• Promote positive behaviour and support social development during learning and break times.
• Work collaboratively with class teachers, support staff, and families to create a positive and inclusive environment.
• Maintain confidentiality, uphold safeguarding procedures, and model the school’s values in all interactions
• Monitor, assess, record and report on development, progress and attainment, as agreed with the teacher.
• Attend to pupil’s personal needs as and when the need arises.
• Work positively with the EYFS team to promote inclusion and equality and joy!

Knowledge and skills:

Relevant Level 2 qualifications

Experience of working in the primary phase and with SEND children

Knowledge and compliance with policies and procedures relevant to child protection and health and safety.