Teaching Assistant L1

Rimo Jobs; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Caldecote Primary School in Cambridge is seeking a part-time Learning Support role to help pupils understand learning tasks and develop confidence. You will work under the direction of class teachers, supporting individuals and small groups, and helping with resources and recording progress.

You will contribute to promoting positive behaviour, build supportive relationships with pupils, and assist during lunchtimes.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting pupils under teacher direction.
• Ability to promote positive behaviour and inclusive participation.
• Good communication with pupils, parents and staff.
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned learning activities under the teacher's direction.
• Prepare learning resources and observe pupil progress.
• Provide feedback to teachers and maintain simple records.
• Support lunch-time supervision and school safeguarding commitments.
• Contribute to a safe, welcoming and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Working with children

Patience

Communication skills

Education

DBS check clearance

Job description

About The Role

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children, has a positive and supportive approach, and is passionate about helping pupils to learn and develop. Working under the direction of class teachers, you will support individuals and small groups, helping pupils to understand and complete learning tasks, develop their confidence and participate positively in the classroom.

Cambridge

CP

• CB23 7NXPart Time

About The Role

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children, has a positive and supportive approach, and is passionate about helping pupils to learn and develop. Working under the direction of class teachers, you will support individuals and small groups, helping pupils to understand and complete learning tasks, develop their confidence and participate positively in the classroom.

Caldecote Primary School

You will carry out planned and pre-determined learning activities under the direction of the teacher, providing encouragement and appropriate support to help pupils remain focused and achieve the tasks set. You will also contribute to promoting positive behaviour, build supportive relationships with pupils and help children who may need additional support to participate fully in school life.

You will work as part of a supportive team, helping to prepare learning resources, observe pupils progress, undertake basic record keeping as required and provide feedback to teachers. You will also help to maintain a safe, welcoming and inclusive learning environment and uphold the school’s commitment to safeguarding and the wellbeing of every child. These responsibilities reflect the attached Level 1 role, including supporting pre-determined learning activities, inclusion, positive behaviour and the wider life of the school. The role also includes supporting the supervision of children during the lunchtime period.

This is a rewarding and varied role that offers the opportunity to make a real difference to pupils academic, social and personal development, while developing your own skills and experience as part of a supportive school team.

So, If

• you want to make a real difference in the lives of children
• you are highly motivated, enthusiastic and positive
• you have high expectations for yourself and the children you support
• you have good communication and organisational skills
• you are patient, calm and able to build positive relationships with children and adults
• you have a good sense of humour and the resilience to thrive in a busy school environment
• you are willing to learn, ask for support when needed and contribute positively as part of a team

At Caldecote Primary School we welcome our duties under the Equality Act 2010 to eliminate discrimination, advance equality of opportunity and foster good relations. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Any appointments will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, including the right to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check, online and background checks, overseas police clearance if applicable, a medical questionnaire and two satisfactory references.