Learning Support Assistant: Help Kids Thrive and Learn

Ministry of Justice; Woldingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job description

To support the development and education of children in school. Key Outputs To support the class teacher with their responsibility for the development and education of children in schools. To assist an individual teacher, or teachers, in delivering and evaluating programmes and adapting teaching materials to suit the particular requirements of individual pupils and groups. To assist in meeting the pupils' need for encouragement, reassurance and comfort while encouraging independence at all times. To assist with personal care. Representative Accountabilities Support Delivery Deliver 1-1 and/or group support / intervention and monitor pupil performance, including those who have physical, emotional or educational needs, under the direction of senior staff. Use of relevant tools/equipment. Carry out routine tasks to organise and maintain the learning environment. Ensure all well-being, behaviour and personal development of pupils. May carry out personal care routines as appropriate. Maybe required to respond to pupils' needs in routine, pre-agreed tasks (including routine medical needs). Supervise conduct of pupils, ensuring safe and orderly conduct within designated areas. Be familiar with safe use of outdoor equipment. Planning and Organising Plan own set tasks within the day. Ensure materials and equipment are available as and when required. May be required to help with activity planning. Analysis, Reporting and Documentation May need to make records of activities/observations for further submission to supervisor as per instructions. Work with others Respond to individual needs and/or answer simple queries politely and ask for assistance where necessary. Report any concerns, problems or incidents, e.g. safeguarding, behaviour, breakdowns, and deficiencies, in accordance with relevant reporting procedures. Liaise with parents, visitors, and contractors in a courteous manner, to promote a positive image of the site. Safeguarding All staff have a responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of children in line with the school Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy. Duties for All Values: To uphold the values and behaviours of the organisation. Equality & Diversity: To work inclusively, with a diverse range of stakeholders and promote equality of opportunity. Health, Safety & Welfare: To maintain high standards of Health, Safety and Welfare at work and take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and others. The Core National Standards for Supporting Teaching & Learning: To understand and carry out role in line with agreed standards, expectations & qualifications. Contribute to and influence children's learning and personal development. To have regard to and comply with safeguarding policy and procedures. Role Summary Roles at this level provide support in a defined area using play equipment, powered tools and equipment. They perform a limited range of well-established routines within basic procedures under regular supervision. They are generally practical roles but require some previous work experience. The work is typically to daily deadlines; some organising of their own workload may be required but timescales will be hour-to-hour and day-to-day. The nature of planning in these roles is development and supervision to meet children learning needs.

Woodlea Primary is a friendly one-form entry school which has beautiful grounds and a former country house as the main school building. Our school is happy and welcoming place and our children are eager to learn. We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant. We believe that local schools working positively together can transform the life chances of young people in our community, enabling them to thrive and succeed. We can offer

• Happy, motivated children, bursting with enthusiasm and pride for their school
• A welcoming, supportive environment with good parental engagement
• Supportive, talented and forward-thinking colleagues within our school and the MAT as a whole