St Boniface - Teaching Assistant

The Supply Register Ltd.; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Notre Dame School in Plymouth is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support classrooms and individual learners. You will work with teachers to deliver inclusive lessons and help pupils reach their academic and personal potential.

Responsibilities include assisting with learning activities, supporting students with SEND, and promoting a safe, respectful learning environment. Ongoing safeguarding training is expected.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates genuine commitment to supporting children and young people.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with colleagues, pupils and families.
• Patience, empathy and a proactive, positive approach to supporting learning.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering engaging lessons across the curriculum.
• Work with individual students and small groups to reinforce learning.
• Provide support to students with additional learning needs and learning plans.
• Help foster confidence, independence and positive attitudes to learning.
• Assist with classroom organisation and learning resources preparation.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teachers.
• Support in school activities, breaks, trips and safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Interest in supporting children

Strong communication

Patience and empathy

Teamwork

Building positive relationships

Organisational skills

Safeguarding commitment

Confidentiality

Education

Relevant qualifications in education or childcare

DSB DBS check readiness or completed

Experience with SEND

Job description

Teaching Assistant

St Boniface School, Plymouth

Job Purpose

To support teachers in providing high-quality learning experiences for students, helping them to achieve their academic, social and personal potential. The Teaching Assistant will work closely with teaching staff and other members of the school team to support students both within the classroom and, where appropriate, through targeted individual or small-group interventions.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons across the curriculum.
• Work with individual students and small groups to reinforce learning and develop key skills.
• Provide additional support to students who may have special educational needs, disabilities or other learning needs.
• Help students develop confidence, independence and positive attitudes towards learning.
• Assist with classroom organisation, preparation of resources and learning materials.
• Support students with their literacy, numeracy and wider learning skills.
• Encourage positive behaviour and contribute to maintaining a calm, safe and productive learning environment.
• Follow individual learning plans, strategies and guidance provided by teaching and support staff.
• Monitor students' progress and provide relevant feedback to teachers.
• Support students during lessons, break times, lunchtimes, trips and other school activities where required.
• Promote equality, inclusion, respect and positive relationships throughout the school community.
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality regarding students, families and school matters.
• Follow school policies and procedures, including safeguarding, health and safety, behaviour and confidentiality requirements.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff, SEND staff, parents/carers and other professionals where appropriate.
• Undertake relevant training and participate in professional development as required.

Person Specification

Essential

• A genuine interest in supporting children and young people.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy and a positive approach to supporting students.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to build positive and professional relationships with students.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and act professionally at all times.

Desirable

• Previous experience working with children or young people in an educational setting.
• Experience supporting students with SEND or additional learning needs.
• Understanding of strategies that promote positive behaviour and engagement.
• Relevant qualifications or training in education, childcare, learning support or a related area.

Safeguarding

Notre Dame School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment and comply with the school's safeguarding policies and procedures. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Working Relationships

The Teaching Assistant will work closely with:

• Classroom and subject teachers
• SEND and pastoral teams
• Senior leaders
• Students and their families
• External professionals and support services, where appropriate

Overall Expectations

The successful candidate will contribute positively to the ethos and values of Notre Dame School, helping to create an inclusive, supportive and ambitious environment in which every student is encouraged to succeed.

Application Deadline: Ongoing recruitment