Teaching Assistant at Manor Oak Primary School

Manor Oak Primary School; City Of London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Manor Oak Primary School in London is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils' learning and wellbeing. You will work closely with teachers to deliver lessons, target individual needs, and foster a calm, inclusive classroom.

In this role you will supervise pupils, help with activities, manage resources, and contribute to safeguarding by reporting concerns promptly. The successful candidate will be proactive, patient, and committed to helping every child reach their potential.

Qualifications

• Provide targeted one-on-one or small group support to meet learning needs.
• Collaborate with staff to deliver high-quality lessons and activities.
• Support pupils' personal needs, welfare, health and first aid.
• Maintain safe, nurturing classroom environment and promote inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Attend to pupils' personal needs and implement care programmes.
• Supervise pupils to ensure safety and access to learning.
• Monitor and report on pupil progress and behaviour.
• Maintain pupil records and assist with admin tasks.
• Support teachers by preparing classrooms and displaying work.

Job description

About this Role

Main Purpose of the Role: In this role, you will support the educational, spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development of pupils, working closely with teachers to deliver high-quality lessons and engaging activities. You'll provide targeted one-on-one or small group support to help meet individual learning needs, while contributing to a safe, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment. Collaboration with staff will be key, ensuring that every child is given the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Support for Pupils

• Attend to pupils' personal needs and implement individual care programmes, including those related to health, hygiene, first aid, and welfare.
• Supervise and support pupils to ensure their safety and access to learning.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and responding to individual needs.
• Promote inclusion and acceptance of all pupils, encouraging participation and independence.
• Support pupils in engaging with teacher-led activities and peer interactions.

Support for Teachers

• Prepare the classroom for lessons and assist with tidying and displaying pupils' work.
• Monitor and report on pupil progress, behaviour, and achievements to the teacher.
• Maintain accurate pupil records as requested.
• Assist in managing pupil behaviour and report concerns appropriately.
• Provide general administrative support, including photocopying, filing, and collecting money.