Dedicated Teaching Assistant: Interventions & Inclusive Support

Wantage Primary Academy; Wantage; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Wantage Primary Academy in Wantage is seeking an adaptable classroom assistant to support teachers across Early Years and Key Stages 1 and 2, depending on candidate strengths and preferences. We shape roles to develop people within a small Trust.

The role involves running intervention groups, supporting individuals and small groups, and helping pupils become more independent in a warm, inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with the classroom setting, environment and displays
• Record detailed observations of children within the setting and identify next steps using an online tracker
• Communicate effectively with the class teachers and principal to support assessment and planning
• Build up the children's independence, recognising the level of scaffolding needing to support and facilitate positive learning and independence
• Work both within the classroom and within outside learning area, supporting the children's learning
• Establish constructive relationships with pupils and interact with them according to individual needs
• Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils
• Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher
• Lead interventions based on focus pupils, fulfilling their specific targets and objectives
• Set challenging and demanding expectations and promote self-esteem and independence
• Bridge gaps in the children's learning so they can fulfil their potential
• Ensure that interventions are timely and effective, recognising next steps
• Alongside class teachers, plan and assess suitable interventions

Job description

Wantage Primary Academy in Wantage is seeking an adaptable classroom assistant to support teachers across Early Years and Key Stages 1 and 2, depending on candidate strengths and preferences. We shape roles to develop people within a small Trust.

The role involves running intervention groups, supporting individuals and small groups, and helping pupils become more independent in a warm, inclusive learning environment.