Teaching Assistant

Upperwood Academy; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Upperwood Academy in Barnsley is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team. You will work under the direction of the class teacher to provide structured support to individuals, small groups and the wider class, adapting approaches to meet a range of pupil needs including SEND.

You will deliver targeted interventions and help monitor progress to enable every child to reach their full potential.

Qualifications

• Committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant
• Experience in supporting high-quality teaching and learning
• Ability to adapt approaches to meet diverse pupil needs (SEND)

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of the class teacher to provide structured support to individuals, small groups and the wider class.
• Assist with planning, assessment and feedback to monitor pupil progress and inform next steps.
• Promote an inclusive, positive learning environment and support pupils to access the curriculum.

Job description

We are seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will work as part of a professional team, supporting high-quality teaching and learning to ensure all pupils can access the curriculum and make strong progress.

Working under the direction of the class teacher, you will provide structured support to individuals, small groups and the wider class, adapting approaches to meet a range of needs, including pupils with SEND. You will deliver targeted interventions, promote independence and engagement whilst contributing to a positive, inclusive and well-managed learning environment.

You will work closely with teachers to support planning, assessment and feedback, helping to monitor pupil progress, ensuring every child feels supported, motivated and able to achieve their full potential.

To recognise our employee's contribution in delivering our vision and values, we offer an extensive range of rewards to support them to thrive and grow, including:

• Membership of the South Yorkshire Pension Scheme.
• Access to the VIVUP benefits website including cycle to work, car leasing and technology schemes and discounts on retailers, holidays, days out, etc.
• Free flu vaccinations on request, discounted local gym and health club memberships and access to our employee assistance helpline for free and confidential advice including physiotherapy, and weight management.
• Flexible working arrangements wherever possible.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Access to Schools Advisory Wellbeing Services and Westfield employee assistance programme.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are offered subject to enhanced disclosure and barring service checks. References will be requested prior to interview.

If you are currently living overseas or have lived/worked overseas in the last five years please be aware that if you are the preferred candidate you will be required to provide an overseas criminal record check from the country/countries you have resided in.

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It is an offence to apply for a role in a school and/or working with children if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Online searches will be undertaken for all shortlisted candidates. This includes a search on the world wide web and relevant social media sites.

Visits to the school are warmly invited, to arrange a visit or for further information, please contact the school office.