Teaching Assistant

Lincoln Anglican Academy Trust; Fold Hill; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Friskney All Saints Church of England Primary School, part of Lincoln Anglican Academy Trust, seeks a dedicated SEND Hub support colleague to assist the SEND Hub Teacher in enabling inclusive learning for pupils with a range of needs. You will help pupils access the curriculum, promote independence and contribute to a positive school environment.

The role emphasises safeguarding, collaboration with staff and external partners, and ongoing professional development within a supportive,

Responsibilities

• Support the SEND Hub Teacher and contribute to the learning, provision, wellbeing and outcomes of the pupils within the SEND Hub, within an environment that is vibrant and promotes a supportive and inclusive culture across the school.
• Promote the SEND Hub as an integral part of school/academy including the curriculum offer, knowledge and expertise that supports its pupils with additional needs, role modelling high quality provision.
• Support pupils, individually or in groups, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and make progress towards their learning objectives.
• Promote pupils independence, self-esteem and social inclusion.
• Demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to support the work of the teacher and increase achievement of all pupils.
• Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning and extracurricular activities.

Job description

Under the reasonable direction of the SEND Hub Teacher, support access to learning and the inclusion of pupils with a range of special educational needs within the SEND Hub.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Support the SEND Hub Teacher and contribute to the learning, provision, wellbeing and outcomes of the pupils within the SEND Hub, within an environment that is vibrant and promotes a supportive and inclusive culture across the school.
• Promote the SEND Hub as an integral part of school/academy including the curriculum offer, knowledge and expertise that supports its pupils with additional needs, role modelling high quality provision.
• Support pupils, individually or in groups, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and make progress towards their learning objectives.
• Promote pupils independence, self-esteem and social inclusion.
• Demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to support the work of the teacher and increase achievement of all pupils.
• Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning and extracurricular activities.
• Support the teaching of the SEND Hub curriculum aimed at pupils achieving their full potential in all areas of learning.
• Use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school's policy and procedures.
• Support the SEND Hub teacher with maintaining good order and discipline among students, managing behaviour effectively to ensure an effective and safe learning environment.
• Organise and manage the SEND Hub teaching space, breakout spaces, and resources to help maintain a stimulating and safe learning environment.
• Contribute to effective assessment and planning by supporting the monitoring, recording and reporting of pupil performance and progress as appropriate to the level of the role.
• Communicate effectively with other staff members and with parents and carers under the direction of the SEND Hub teacher.
• Communicate knowledge and understanding of pupils to other school staff and education, health and social care professionals, so that informed decision making can take place on intervention and provision.
• Contribute to meetings with parent/carers by providing feedback on pupil progress, attainment and barriers to learning, as directed by SEND Hub teacher.
• With the SEND Hub teacher, keep other professionals accurately informed of performance and progress, or concerns they may have about the pupils they work with.
• Work collaboratively with the SEND Hub teacher, classroom teachers, support staff and other colleagues, including external staff.
• To assist the SEND Hub teacher in the development of whole school inclusive ethos and support strategies.
• Promote the safety and wellbeing of pupils, and help to safeguard pupils wellbeing by following the school's policies and procedures related to SEND and to Inclusion, including Accessibility Plan, Safeguarding and Child Protection, Inclusion, Health and Safety, First Aid Policy, confidentiality and data protection.
• Follow the schools Health and Safety rules and procedures and adhere to safeguarding principles; and report all concerns to the appropriate person.
• Provide support with regard to the personal care, health and medical needs of students.
• Maintain knowledge and understanding relevant and up-to-date by reflecting on own practice, liaising with school leaders, and identifying relevant professional development to improve personal effectiveness.
• Take opportunities to build the appropriate skills, qualifications, and/or experience needed for the role, with support from the school.
• Contribute to the accurate and appropriate use of up-to-date recording systems including, but not limited to, those related to attendance, safe guarding, behaviour, progress and learning.
• Demonstrate a critical understanding of legislation, strategies, processes and developments within SEND and reflect this understanding in daily practice.
• To present a positive personal image, contributing to a welcoming school environment which supports equal opportunities for all.
• To perform, in accordance with any directions, which may reasonably be given to you by your Line Manager or Headteacher from time to time, such particular duties as may reasonably be assigned.

Other

The duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive. The postholder may be required to undertake other duties that may be required from time to time within the general scope of the post. Any such duties should not substantially change the general character of the post. Duties and responsibilities outside of the general scope of this grade of post will be with the consent of the postholder.

The postholder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with LAAT Equal Opportunities policies.

The postholder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the LAAT Health and Safety policies and procedures.

All employees need to be aware of the possible abuse of children and vulnerable adults and if you are concerned you need to follow the Academies' Safeguarding Policy. In addition, employees working with children have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of during their work.

Friskney All Saints Church of England Primary School are part of the Lincoln Anglican Academy Trust (LAAT). LAAT is a multi-academy trust formed by the Diocese of Lincoln. We are a growing and thriving family of schools who are dedicated to providing an excellent education for pupils across Lincolnshire. We place a strong emphasis on continued development. The relationship with the Trust brings great strength to all schools and enhances CPD opportunities for all staff.

We have a vision to deliver the very best for our children both within and beyond the curriculum. We work hard to develop the trust built throughout our school community and our Christian values of Love, Trust, Kindness, Hope and Respect underpin everything we do. We aim to be a school where every individual in our community knows they are treasured and loved as a unique child of God. Our curriculum is creative, rich and coherent and makes learning stimulating, meaningful and relevant.

Our staff are skilled, creative, reflective and collaborative practitioners and this enables our pupils to embrace the future with hope and confidence. We recognise the importance of engagement with home and encourage all of our parents to be active partners in their children's learning and also in the life of the school.

Individuality and diversity is celebrated in our school and is evident in all classrooms. Every child is treated as an individual. Our school is one where everyone is valued and encouraged to take an active role in our school community.

We believe positive role models and strong, supportive relationships help children feel safe and secure enough to take the risks necessary to learn. The skills, knowledge and dedication of all of our staff and community volunteers help to enthuse and motivate our children to achieve their very best.

Commitment to safeguarding

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, please be advised that if shortlisted, we will carry out internet searches to support our commitment to safer recruitment. Please note that the purpose of this is to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the school might want to explore with applicants at interview. Internet searches will be carried out by someone who is not directly involved in the recruitment process and only relevant information will be shared with the interview panel.