Teaching Assistant

Mary Webb School; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Webb School is seeking a proactive support assistant to help children participate in classroom activities and develop learning skills in a calm, inclusive environment.

You will work with teaching staff to adapt approaches, provide tutoring to individuals or small groups, and support children with disabilities with patient guidance and clear communication. DBS checks and First Aid may be required.

Qualifications

• Good standard of education indicated by 5 GCSEs including English and Maths.
• NVQ Level 2 in a relevant area or willingness to undertake this qualification.
• First Aid qualification sought; DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with teaching activities and provide individual or small-group tutoring following guidance from teaching staff.
• Use clear communication, mentoring and creative writing activities to encourage participation, confidence and learning.
• Support children with disabilities, including individuals with autism, using patient, respectful and inclusive approaches.
• Share relevant observations with colleagues to help tailor support and maintain continuity.

Skills

Clear communication

Mentoring

Creative writing activities

Inclusive approaches

Education

5 GCSEs including English & Maths

NVQ Level 2 or willingness

First Aid qualification

Job description

Support teaching and learning by helping children take part in classroom activities, develop skills and feel included. You will work alongside teaching staff, adapting your approach to each child’s needs and contributing to a calm, encouraging learning environment.

Duties

Assist with teaching activities and provide individual or small-group tutoring, following guidance from teaching staff.

Use clear communication, mentoring and creative writing activities to encourage participation, confidence and learning.

Support children with disabilities, including individuals with autism, using patient, respectful and inclusive approaches.

Share relevant observations with colleagues to help them tailor support and maintain continuity. Your impact: thoughtful, consistent assistance helps children engage with learning and enables colleagues to respond to their needs.

ExperienceQualifications:Good standard of education.5 GCSEs or equivalent, including English and Maths.NVQ Level 2 in relevant area, or willingness to undertake this qualification.First Aid qualification.Please see website for Person Specification and ExperienceWillingness to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.