Teaching Assistant

Outwood Academy Haydock; Blackbrook; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Outwood Academy Haydock is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support teachers in delivering tailored learning activities and providing essential academic and welfare support to individuals and small groups.

You will work with students to assist progress, support SEND and EAL learners, and help develop individual plans. Strong communication and confidentiality are essential in the school environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school environment or with children/young people.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and data protection principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support and assist with planned learning activities.
• Support intervention programs for SEND and EAL students.
• Assist in developing individualised student plans and tracking progress.
• Help with welfare tasks, supervision on visits, and invigilation of exams.

Tools

Microsoft Office

ICT proficiency

Job description

Are you passionate about removing learning barriers and enabling every student to reach their potential? Join us as a Teaching Assistant, working directly with teachers to implement tailored learning activities and provide essential academic and welfare support to individuals and small groups. This varied role spans classroom support, intervention management (including for SEND and EAL students), and helping to develop individualised student support plans.

You will be integral to the teaching cycle, implementing planned learning activities, supporting the teacher in monitoring and recording student progress, and providing constructive feedback to students. You will support students with special educational needs (SEND) or English as an additional language (EAL), assisting in the development of individual plans like One Page Profiles and EHCPs.

Duties include supporting student social and emotional well-being, assisting with eating, dressing, and hygiene where required, and providing cover and assistance in intervention settings like the Bridge and PLC. You will also assist in escorting and supervising students on educational visits and invigilate formal examinations.

We require candidates with experience of working effectively either within a school environment or directly with children and young people. The role demands strong communication skills and the ability to work flexibly to meet business needs. Essential skills include proficiency in using standard ICT packages, including Microsoft Office, and the ability to respect and maintain confidentiality, following general data protection regulations.

Candidates must be willing to undertake necessary training to assist students, including meeting medical or care plan agreements. Previous experience working with children with Special Needs and/or challenging behaviours is desirable.