EAL Language Support & Inclusion Assistant

MyNewTerm; Slough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State-of-the-art building

Supportive staff

Diverse school community

Professional development

Laptop & IT support

On-site staff gym

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Grove Academy is seeking an EAL specialist to provide English language support to pupils, in class and in targeted small groups or one-to-one interventions, helping learners access the curriculum.

The role involves supporting new arrivals and their families, taking part in admissions assessments, planning lessons with teachers and developing suitable resources, and recording progress using the school's EAL framework.

Responsibilities

• Provide English language support to EAL pupils in class and in targeted small groups or one-to-one interventions.
• Support newly arrived pupils and families, aiding settlement and pastoral support.
• Participate in admissions for new EAL pupils, including initial language assessments.
• Plan lessons with teachers and develop resources for EAL learners.
• Deliver targeted language support to develop speaking, listening, reading and writing across the curriculum.
• Monitor and record pupils' progress using the EAL assessment framework.
• Build positive relationships with parents, maintaining communication regarding progress and wellbeing.
• Help colleagues understand linguistic, cultural and religious backgrounds of EAL pupils.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage confident engagement in all school life aspects.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure every pupil reaches their full potential.

Job description

Grove Academy is seeking an EAL specialist to provide English language support to pupils, in class and in targeted small groups or one-to-one interventions, helping learners access the curriculum.

The role involves supporting new arrivals and their families, taking part in admissions assessments, planning lessons with teachers and developing suitable resources, and recording progress using the school's EAL framework.