Empowering Teaching Assistant (30h/wk, Term Time)

Buckinghamshire Council; Chesham Bois; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Personalised professional development

Pupil wellbeing focus

Supportive staff and community

Job summary

Elangeni invites applications for a Teaching Assistant to support pupils 1:1 and in small groups, within a caring, inclusive classroom. The role covers term-time working, 30 hours per week (approximately 6 hours/day, 5 days), with 38 weeks plus 5 weeks holiday.

Salary is Bucks Pay Scale R11–R15 pro-rata. The post is permanent, part-time, and interviews are scheduled in October. A supportive staff team and clear development opportunities are advertised.

Qualifications

• Be committed to delivering high-quality, inclusive education.
• Have strong English and Maths skills.
• Act as a positive and professional role model.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with pupils, staff, and external professionals.
• Be enthusiastic, motivated, and committed.
• Work effectively as part of a team and support others.
• Be flexible, resilient, and adaptable.
• Inspire and engage children in their learning.
• Have strong organisational and time management skills.
• Be confident in managing behaviour when required.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).
• Ensuring pupils' safety and adhering to safeguarding procedures.
• Assisting with the delivery of the planned curriculum.
• Using resources effectively to enhance learning.
• Delivering support in small groups or on a 1:1 basis, including leading interventions.
• Help manage classroom behaviour and maintain a positive and conducive learning environment.
• Supervising pupils at break and lunchtime (playground or dining hall).
• Helping to create a positive, welcoming classroom environment that promotes independence.
• Working closely with the class teacher to plan and address any concerns.
• Monitoring and tracking pupil progress in line with school procedures.
• Undertaking additional duties as directed by the Deputy Head Teacher, SENDCo, or Head Teacher within the scope of the role.
• Using technology (e.g. computers and iPads) to support administration, training, and learning activities.
• Support the emotional and social development of our pupils, leading to increased confidence and engagement in learning.

Skills

English proficiency

Maths proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Elangeni invites applications for a Teaching Assistant to support pupils 1:1 and in small groups, within a caring, inclusive classroom. The role covers term-time working, 30 hours per week (approximately 6 hours/day, 5 days), with 38 weeks plus 5 weeks holiday.

Salary is Bucks Pay Scale R11–R15 pro-rata. The post is permanent, part-time, and interviews are scheduled in October. A supportive staff team and clear development opportunities are advertised.