Teaching Assistant Level 1

Bamford Academy; Norden; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Bamford Academy in Rochdale is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils in accessing learning activities as directed by the class teacher. You will help prepare resources and maintain displays to enrich the learning environment.

The role involves supervising pupils, assisting with personal care if needed, and providing general administrative support. Training will be provided, and you will join a caring team committed to high expectations and pupil wellbeing.

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths or equivalent.
• Willingness to undertake training as required.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Caring, patient and enthusiastic approach to working with children.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in accessing learning activities as directed by the class teacher.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining classroom resources and displays.
• Provide general administrative support to the class teacher (e.g. photocopying, filing, preparation of materials).
• Supervise pupils in group or 1:1 settings as needed, including supporting positive behaviour.
• Support pupils with personal care needs when appropriate (training provided if required).
• Help maintain a safe, clean and tidy learning environment.
• Support with playground and lunchtime supervision if required.
• Attend relevant training and participate in school activities as directed.

Skills

Literacy skills

Numeracy skills

Willingness to train

Team player

Caring and patient

Education

GCSE English and Maths

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Support pupils in accessing learning activities as directed by the class teacher.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining classroom resources and displays.
• Provide general administrative support to the class teacher (e.g. photocopying, filing, preparation of materials).
• Supervise pupils in group or 1:1 settings as needed, including supporting positive behaviour.
• Support pupils with personal care needs when appropriate (training provided if required).
• Help maintain a safe, clean and tidy learning environment.
• Support with playground and lunchtime supervision if required.
• Attend relevant training and participate in school activities as directed.

Person Specification:

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths or equivalent).
• Willingness to undertake training as required.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach to working with children.

About the School

A vibrant and wonderfully diverse school in Rochdale. We are two-form entry school, with fourteen classes from Reception to Year 6. Our experienced staff provide a broad, balanced, inclusive and exciting curriculum and plan for enriching learning experiences for all. We promote a love for learning so that our children will become proud and resilient young people. The staff are committed to challenging our pupils to think hard and have high aspirations.

The school is part of the Altus Education Partnership. We look forward to collectively realising the vision of the Trust - to create and successfully run a family of inclusive academies from early years to sixth form, which will enable all students, regardless of background, to lead a fulfilling life, progress to an aspirational career and make a positive contribution to their local community.

Altus Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. In accordance with the recommendations set out in KCSIE the Trust carries out online searches on shortlisted candidates.