Teaching Assistant

Penk Valley Academy Trust; Penkridge; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Marshbrook First School is seeking two enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to support pupils with SEND and deliver targeted interventions. You will work under the direction of the Assistant SENCO and teaching staff to help children achieve confidence and progress across Nursery to KS2.

Role involves implementing IEPs, supporting behaviour, and contributing to a safe learning environment with opportunities for professional development within a supportive school community.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEND and broader needs.
• Experience in EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2 settings.
• Passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organised, flexible and able to use own initiative.
• High expectations of achievement, behaviour and wellbeing.
• Works well in a team and contributes to school life.
• Committed to safeguarding and child welfare.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality support for SEND pupils across the school.
• Deliver targeted interventions, particularly in English and maths.
• Support pupils in Nursery, EYFS, KS1 and KS2 as required.
• Assist with IEPs, SEND support plans and intervention programmes.
• Encourage engagement, independence and social development.
• Monitor and record pupil progress and provide feedback.
• Support positive behaviour and a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Assist with lunchtime supervision duties (Position 1).

Skills

SEND experience

EYFS/KS1/KS2

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Organised

Job description

At Marshbrook First School, we are proud of our caring, nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential. We are seeking to appoint two enthusiastic, committed and adaptable Teaching Assistants to join our dedicated team and provide targeted support for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), alongside delivering intervention programmes to support learning and progress.

These are rewarding opportunities to make a real difference to children's educational experiences by providing personalised support and helping pupils develop confidence, independence and success in their learning., Working under the direction of the Assistant SENCO and teaching staff, the successful candidates will:

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality support for pupils with SEND across the school.
• Deliver targeted interventions, particularly in English and mathematics.
• Support pupils within Nursery, Early Years, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 as required.
• Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs), SEND support plans and intervention programmes.
• Encourage pupils' engagement, independence and social development.
• Monitor and record pupil progress and provide feedback to teachers.
• Support positive behaviour and contribute to a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Assist with lunchtime supervision duties (Position 1).

Qualifications

• Has experience of working with children with SEND and a good understanding of supporting a range of additional needs.
• Has experience working within EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2 settings.
• Has a passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is organised, flexible and able to work on their own initiative.
• Has high expectations of children's achievement, behaviour and wellbeing.
• Works effectively as part of a team and contributes positively to school life.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Working Environment

• Friendly and supportive colleagues.
• Enthusiastic and well-behaved pupils.
• A welcoming school community with strong links to families.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• The chance to make a significant difference to the lives of children.

Penk Valley Academy Trust is the local academy Trust for the following schools: Marshbrook First School, Princefield First School, St John's First School, St Mary & St Chad CE First School, Penkridge Middle School, Wolgarston High School and The Rural Enterprise Academy.

The Trust's vision and ethos is encapsulated in our motto 'Learning Together'. Our main aim is to work collaboratively and take collective responsibility for ensuring that every child and young person in our Trust receives an excellent education, achieves high outcomes and realises their potential. All members of staff work incredibly hard to provide the very best education for every child in our care.

Employee benefits

• Access to first class CPD opportunities
• Genuine opportunities for career progression - with 7 schools within the academy
• Professional assistance - you will have access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Pension - automatic enrolment into Local Government Pension Scheme
• Discounted gym memberships
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free will writing service

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and responsibility. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

All staff working in the School during the school day will have contact with children and will therefore be in regulated activity.