Teaching Assistant

Waterside Academy; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Waterside Academy is seeking a dedicated classroom support assistant to help contribute to students’ learning and achievement under the guidance of SENCO and teachers.

You will assist in providing support for individual and group learning, help with planning cycles and resource preparation, and contribute to maintaining pupil records, ensuring confidentiality and a secure learning environment for pupils.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children's learning and development.
• Ability to work with individuals and groups to promote progress.
• Good communication and teamwork with teachers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers by assisting with classroom activities and resources.
• Work with individuals and groups to support learning inside and outside the classroom.
• Assist in maintaining pupil records and assisting with assessment where required.
• Support behaviour policies and contribute to a positive, safe learning environment.
• Participate in lunchtime and after-school clubs to promote student engagement.

Job description

Supporting the work of the classroom teacher thereby making a strong contribution to students’ learning and achievement.

Assist in providing support for individual and groups of students inside and outside of the classroom.

Assist the teacher in the full classroom planning cycle and with the management and preparation of resources.

Assist class teachers with maintaining student’s records.

Assist in the educational and social development of pupils under the direction and guidance of the SENCO and classroom teachers.

Support and nurture the students in your care by ensuring a secure, stimulating learning environment for them.

Attend staff meetings / briefings and other meetings with colleagues and / or Governors as required.

Work closely with teachers to ensure the all-round development of each child in the group, planning appropriately for individual daily progress.

To work flexibly depending on the needs of students, parents/carers, and other stakeholders.

To follow up, report and record incidents either encountered directly and/or referred by colleagues.

To contribute and work to resolve conflicts when encountered.

To liaise with senior colleagues, when necessary, in regard to individual student’s personal and educational development.

Be available to support and participate in lunchtime and after-school clubs/meetings in order to facilitate engagement of students with a range of activities.

To follow the school’s behaviour policies, procedures and guidelines at all times, and contribute to their development as appropriate.

To maintain strict confidentiality of information at all times.