Teaching Assistant

St Martin De Porres Catholic Primary School; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive school community

Professional development opportunities

Staff wellbeing commitment

Job summary

St Martin de Porres Catholic Primary School is seeking a proactive Teaching Assistant to support pupils' learning and well-being within a caring, inclusive classroom. Under the direction of the class teacher, you will deliver small group and 1-1 interventions, prepare learning resources, and work with families and external professionals to safeguard and promote pupil welfare.

This role offers early and ongoing professional development in a welcoming school community and the chance to make a real

Qualifications

• Support learning under the direction of the class teacher.
• Deliver targeted small group and 1-1 interventions.
• Assist with preparation of learning resources and activities.
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement in learning.
• Support social, emotional and behavioural development of children.
• Work collaboratively with staff, parents and external professionals.
• Commitment to safeguarding with Enhanced DBS checks.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils' learning under the guidance of the class teacher.
• Deliver small group and individual interventions to help pupils make progress.
• Prepare learning resources and classroom activities.
• Foster a safe, inclusive learning environment and promote engagement.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents and external professionals as needed.

Skills

Classroom support

Intervention delivery

One-to-one support

Behaviour support

Team collaboration

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside committed staff who are passionate about helping every child achieve their full potential. The successful candidate will support pupils' learning, wellbeing and development in the classroom, through targeted intervention work and with 1-2-1 support.

We are seeking someone who is positive, patient and committed to providing the highest standards of support for all children, including those with additional needs.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils' learning under the direction of the class teacher.
• Deliver small group and individual interventions to help pupils make progress.
• Assist with the preparation of learning resources and classroom activities.
• Support children's social, emotional and behavioural development.
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement in learning.
• Help create a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents and external professionals where appropriate.
• Support the school's commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare.

We Can Offer

• A welcoming and inclusive school community.
• Friendly, supportive and dedicated colleagues.
• Motivated and enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.
• High-quality professional development opportunities.
• A commitment to staff wellbeing.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference in children's lives every day.

Safeguarding

St Martin de Porres Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check, online searches and all other safer recruitment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.