One-to-One Teaching Assistant: Nurturing Year 5 Support

Academics; Heckmondwike; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics in Heckmondwike is seeking a warm Teaching Assistant to support a Year 5 pupil working at the beginning of the Year 2 curriculum. You will provide individualised one-to-one assistance and help the pupil engage with a personalised learning plan.

You will work closely with the class teacher and wider staff to implement strategies, monitor progress and foster confidence, independence and social development throughout the school day.

Qualifications

• Applicants should have a relevant Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification or demonstrable experience of supporting children within a classroom setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent, high-quality one-to-one support tailored to the pupil's individual needs.
• Support her access to a personalised curriculum and classroom learning.
• Work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to implement appropriate learning strategies.
• Encourage and celebrate progress, building confidence, resilience and independence.
• Provide a positive, calm and nurturing influence throughout the school day.
• Help the pupil to develop both academically and socially.
• Monitor progress and contribute to identifying next steps in learning.
• Create a safe, encouraging and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

One-to-one support

Relationship building

Adaptable

Team player

Positive attitude

Education

Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification

Job description

Academics in Heckmondwike is seeking a warm Teaching Assistant to support a Year 5 pupil working at the beginning of the Year 2 curriculum. You will provide individualised one-to-one assistance and help the pupil engage with a personalised learning plan.

You will work closely with the class teacher and wider staff to implement strategies, monitor progress and foster confidence, independence and social development throughout the school day.