Teaching Assistant: SEN & Literacy Support

St Margaret's Church of England Junior School; Northam; On-site; GBP 19,549 - 19,861; Part time

Job summary

St. Margaret's C of E Junior School are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our school team. You will play a key role in supporting pupils' learning, wellbeing and development, helping to create a positive, inclusive and engaging school environment.

Working under the guidance of teaching and senior staff, you will support learning in both the classroom and small-group settings. Your key responsibilities will include supporting pupils' welfare and personal care,

Qualifications

• Experience working with or caring for children of a relevant age.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices and strategies to remove barriers to learning.
• Strong communication skills, including confidence and fluency in spoken English.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Desirable: experience with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN).
• NVQ Level 2 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils' welfare and personal care, including those with SEND.
• Implementing literacy and numeracy interventions.
• Assisting with planning cycles and preparing learning resources.
• Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging pupil independence.
• Supervision during break/lunchtimes and accompanying pupils on trips.

Skills

Caring for children

Safeguarding knowledge

Strong communication

Teamwork

English fluency

Behaviour support

Literacy interventions

Numeracy interventions

Education

NVQ Level 2 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent

Job description

St. Margaret's C of E Junior School are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our school team. You will play a key role in supporting pupils' learning, wellbeing and development, helping to create a positive, inclusive and engaging school environment.

Working under the guidance of teaching and senior staff, you will support learning in both the classroom and small-group settings. Your key responsibilities will include supporting pupils' welfare and personal care,