SEN Teaching Assistant

Harris Federation; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Harris Allowance

Annual Loyalty Bonus

Pension Scheme

Wellbeing Cash Plan

Job summary

Harris Primary Academy Orpington is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support individuals and groups, including those with SEN. The successful candidate will be involved in first aid related matters and have a basic knowledge of SEND and learning barriers.

The actual salary for this role will be £24,748.88 - £25,102.01 (37.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year). This position offers opportunities for professional development within the Harris Federation and a supportive team environment in a busy

Qualifications

• Qualification to degree level or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of SEND and learning barriers.
• Experience with young people in education or training environments.
• Awareness of Health and Safety issues in the workplace.
• Ability to manage own workload and work with a range of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and supporting identified children, in 1:1, group or whole class situations.
• Assisting in development of resources, schemes of work and teaching strategies.
• Providing detailed feedback to teachers on progress and needs.
• Leading small group sessions and interventions.
• Attending to children's personal needs including welfare matters.
• Supporting with behaviour management and a positive classroom environment.
• Undertaking learning activities and adapting to achieve goals.
• Supervising children during break times and maintaining relationships with parents.

Skills

Behaviour management

Student support

Team collaboration

Health and safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

About Us

Our aim is to provide our pupils with a well-rounded and enjoyable education that ensures each child succeeds academically, physically and emotionally - preparing them for life in an ever-changing world. We have identified three Core Values, which underpin everything we do in school: Ready - Respectful - Safe

They are our foundations and we have a clear expectation that all adults as well as children and staff model and respect these values both inside and outside the academy. These foundations have enabled us to build high quality, inspiring education for our children. This is reflected in both the exceptional day to day practice here as well as the improving outcomes our children have achieved in each year.

Our knowledge rich curriculum has been designed to challenge and inspire the children; exposing them to a wide variety of exciting experiences including visits, events, sports, music and drama but also time to reflect and respond. As a result, our children develop excellent behaviour and social skills while they learn.

We are extremely proud to be part of the Harris Federation which combines 55 primary, secondary and all-through academies across London. As part of a thriving community of schools we benefit from the ability to share, learn, support and challenge each other as we grow together.

If you would like to find out more, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Summary

Harris Primary Academy Orpington is looking for a Teaching Assistant to support individuals and groups of children, including those with SEN. The successful candidate will be involved in first aid related matters and have a basic knowledge of SEND and learning barriers.

The actual salary for this role will be£24,748.88 - £25,102.01 (37.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year).

Main Areas of Responsibility

Your role will include:

Supervising and supporting identified children, in 1:1, group or whole class situations, ensuring their safety and access to learning

Assisting in the development of appropriate resources, schemes of work and teaching strategies

Providing detailed and regular feedback to teachers on children’s achievement, progress and needs

Leading small group sessions and interventions

Attending to children's personal needs where required, including social, health, physical, hygiene, first aid and welfare matters

Supporting with behaviour management

Contributing towards a purposeful and supportive learning environment.

Undertaking structured and agreed learning activities/teaching programmes, adjusting activities to ensure achievement of learning goals

Assisting with the supervision of children out of lesson times,such as playtime and lunchtime duty

Establishing good relationships with children, acting as a role model

Promotingthe inclusion and acceptance of all children, supporting difference and ensuring that all have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop

Supporting children with their learning and development inareas such as literacy, numeracy, Key Stage and/or subject specific

Encouraging children to interact with others and engage in activities

Preparing and clearing the classroom assisting with the display of children’s work

Preparing and maintaining equipment and resources and supporting childrenin their use

Establishing and maintainingpositive relationships with parents/carers

Qualifications & Experience

We would like to hear from you if you have:

Qualifications to degree level or equivalent

Basic knowledge of SEND and learning barriers

Some knowledge of strategies in working with young people with challenging behaviours

Knowledge of some of the social issues facing students from disadvantaged backgrounds

Awareness of Health and Safety issues in the workplace.

Experience of working directly with young people in an education or training environment, supporting the learning of students.

Experience of establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with a range of stakeholders, at all levels.

Experience of managing and being responsible for own workload.

Professional Development & Benefits

We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.

In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includesour Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, an AnnualLoyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more aboutour benefitson our website.

Safeguarding Notice

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.Equal OpportunitiesThe Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Equal Opportunities

We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.