Teaching Assistant

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Dunstable; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive induction programme

CPD and development opportunities

Refer a friend scheme

Generous pension schemes

Employee assistance programme

Employee of the month scheme

Diverse workplace

Job summary

Coast and Vale Learning Trust is seeking a dedicated school support role to assist pupils in the classroom and during activities under teachers' guidance. You will help maintain a positive learning environment and uphold safeguarding policies.

Role includes DBS check, enhanced safeguarding, and full induction with ongoing training. CVs are not accepted; a strong commitment to pupil welfare is essential.

Qualifications

• Commitment to safeguarding pupils.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in the classroom to individuals/groups of pupils as directed by the class teacher/line manager (e.g. care plans).
• Follow and implement the school's behaviour policy and related policies and procedures.
• Provide support for learning in the classroom and help to maintain order and cleanliness of the classroom.
• Assist in supervising children during the working day, on/off site including school visits and breaks.
• Develop and maintain supportive relationships with parents, carers and others under supervision; support welfare according to school policies.
• Keep records and provide feedback to teaching staff on pupils’ behaviour and progress.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and professional working relationship with all team members.

Job description

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide support in the classroom to individuals/groups of pupils as directed by the class teacher/line manager (e.g. care plans etc.)
• Follow and implement the school's behaviour policy and any related policies and procedures.
• Provide support for learning in the classroom as directed by the class teacher/line manager and help to maintain the order and cleanliness of the classroom
• Assist in the supervision of children during the working day, on/off site including for example school visits, swimming; assist in the supervision and support of children during break times.
• Under the direction of the Line Manager/SENDCo/Headteacher develop and maintain supportive relationships with parents, carers and others. Contribute to the care, health and welfare of pupils in accordance with the relevant school policies and support the outcomes of Working Together to Safeguard Children.
• Keep records and provide feedback to teaching and other staff on pupils’ behaviour and progress.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and professional working relationship with all team members and peers.

If you have an unwavering commitment to safeguarding young people, high levels of personal resilience and thrive in an environment where no two days are the same, then we want to hear from you. Full training, support and induction will be provided.

In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, this appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

We are unable to accept CVs. We thank you for your interest in this role.

We offer a range of employee benefits:

• A comprehensive induction programme and a supportive working environment including access to Teaching School Hubs and Initial Teacher Training
• Exceptional CPD and development / promotional opportunities
• Refer a friend scheme
• Generous pension schemes
• Employee assistance programme
• Employee of the month scheme
• Diverse workplace