Teaching Assistant

Henley Bank High School; Malmesbury; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Gym Discounts

Free eye tests

Cycle to work scheme

Blue Light Card Scheme

Teacher Art Pass Scheme (teachers only

Being part of a great team and growing

Access to open learning opportunities

Job summary

Henley Bank High School is seeking a proactive Teaching Assistant to join our established team. You will provide in-class support, develop small group literacy tasks, and assist with the production of learning materials under the direction of teachers and the SENCO.

The role requires GCSEs including Maths and English, a Level 3 qualification in childcare/education, and prior school experience, with an emphasis on supporting pupils with SEND.

Qualifications

• Hold at least 5 GCSEs including Maths and English (or equivalent).
• NVQ 2 and/or equivalent qualification in relevant area.
• Proven successful experience working with or caring for children in any setting.
• Minimum Level 3 vocational training / qualification in the care, development and education of children or relevant experience.
• Proven successful experience working within a school or with SEN students.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-class support as directed by SENCO or subject leaders.
• Engage with the MITA process.
• Assist in behaviour management through modelling effective techniques.
• Develop and lead small group work to support literacy skills.
• Produce teaching and learning materials and differentiate resources.
• Provide after-school support for identified students.
• Provide feedback to class teacher and SENCO.
• Record progress of students with learning difficulties.

Skills

Team collaboration

Student communication

Behaviour management

Literacy support

Learning activity planning

Education

5 GCSEs incl Maths & English

NVQ 2 or equivalent

Level 3 childcare/education

School-based experience

Experience with SEND

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to join our established teaching assistant team at the school. This is an exciting opportunity to join GLT / Henley Bank High School and become an integral member of the team.

At Henley Bank High School, our aspiration is for all our staff and students to leave our school with practical wisdom gained through the teaching of intellectual, moral, civic and performance virtues.

We are a successful secondary school based in Brockworth, extremely close to junction 11a of the M5. The school has consistently been achieving excellent academic results over the past few years with the GCSE results of 2023 being in the top 1% of results in the country, as well as the highest results for any non-selective school in Gloucestershire. We opened our Sixth Form in September 2024 and are really excited to see what the next stage in the school’s journey will be. A crucial element of the school’s vision is ensuing that we are preparing our young people for the world of tomorrow. This role plays an essential part in achieving this.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are 'Always Learning'.

Main responsibilities:

• To provide in-class support as directed by the SENCO or subject leaders
• To engage proactively with the school's MITA (Maximising Impact of Teaching Assistants) process
• Under the direction of the class teacher, to assist in the management of the whole class through the overt modelling of effective behaviour management techniques
• Under the direction of the SENCO, to develop and lead small group work for identified students supporting their literacy skills
• To assist in the production of teaching and learning materials for students, including differentiating the materials
• To provide after school support for identified students as required
• To provide regular feedback to the class teacher and to the SENCO or the relevant line manager
• To use appropriate systems for recording the progress of students with learning difficulties
• To provide data and information to inform reviews as part of the graduated approach to SEND
• Complete break duties as required to support with positive behaviour
• Contribute to the overall ethos of the school
• Participate in training and other learning activities as required
• To provide and support with exam invigilating as and when required
• Support any whole year school trips/activities
• To take part in school activities such as Open Evenings, Academic Review Days, Liaison events with partner schools
• To communicate effectively with parents/carers of students, visitors to the school and colleagues

You will need:

• Hold at least 5 GCSEs or equivalent, which must include at least a Grade C/4 in Maths and English
• NVQ 2 and/or equivalent qualification in relevant area
• Proven successful experience working with or caring for children in any setting
• Minimum Level 3 vocational training / qualification in the care, development and education of children or relevant experience
• Proven successful experience working within a school
• Proven successful experience working with children with SEN needs in particular those with literacy and communication needs
• Basic understanding of child development and learning
• The ability to work constructively as part of a team, follow line management structures and understand classroom roles and your own position within those responsibilities
• The ability to take the initiative to support students presenting with a range of SEND
• The ability to work in a flexible way and think 'outside the box' in order to co-produce learning plans that support a young person's resilience
• To be able to form empathetic relationships with young people and be able to communicate their needs effectively to other professionals
• Knowledge of strategies to recognise and reward efforts and achievements along with the ability to encourage students to become resilient, self-reliant and independent learners

What's in it for you:

• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym Discounts
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to Blue Light Card Scheme
• Access to Teacher Art Pass Scheme (teachers only)
• Being part of a great team and expanding organisation

Closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday 27th August at 11.59pm. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive.

If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know. Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS and barred list check.