Teaching Assistants

Governing Body; Wigan; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School invites applications for Level 2 Teaching Assistants to support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2. You will work with teachers to implement activities, support SEND pupils and manage behaviour to promote inclusive learning.

The position is 30 hours per week, term time (38 weeks), permanent, with opportunities for professional development and safeguarding training. We live and learn with Jesus and value a caring school community.

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualification or equivalent is required.
• Experience with pupils with SEND is advantageous.
• Ability to adapt approach to meet different children's needs; safeguarding is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning in the classroom and with individuals or small groups.
• Deliver targeted interventions under direction of the class teacher and SENDCO.
• Support pupils with SEND including ADHD, ASD, SEMH or SLCN.
• Promote inclusive, safe learning environments and positive behaviour.

Skills

Caring

Calm demeanor

Reliable

Organised

Team player

Safeguarding commitment

Education

Level 2 qualification or equivalent

Job description

Our Teaching Assistants play an important part in helping every child to thrive. Successful candidates will work alongside teachers and other professionals to support pupils' learning, development, wellbeing and inclusion. The roles will include:

• Supporting teaching and learning within the classroom.
• Working with individual pupils and small groups.
• Delivering targeted interventions under the direction of the class teacher and SENDCO.
• Supporting children with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
• Supporting pupils with needs including ADHD, autism (ASD), social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, and speech, language and communication needs (SLCN).
• Supporting pupils to develop communication, emotional regulation, resilience and independence.
• Helping pupils to access the curriculum and participate fully in school life.
• Supporting positive behaviour for learning through consistent, nurturing approaches.
• Contributing to a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, the SENDCO, pastoral staff and other members of the school team.
• Supporting children's personal care where this is required as part of an individual child's needs.

We are looking for people who: Are passionate about helping children learn and succeed. You will be patient, positive and able to build secure and appropriate relationships with children while maintaining high expectations.

Ideally, you will have experience of working with children with SEND, particularly pupils with autism, ADHD, SEMH or speech, language and communication needs. You should be able to adapt your approach to meet different children's needs and understand that behaviour can be a form of communication. You will also need to be:

• Caring, calm and resilient.
• Reliable and well organised.
• Able to use initiative while working within agreed school procedures.
• A strong team member.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
• Willing to undertake training and continually develop your practice.
• Supportive of the Catholic ethos and mission of our school.

Experience of working within EYFS, KS1 or KS2 would be advantageous. Applicants should hold an appropriate Level 2 qualification or equivalent relevant to the role.

Sacred Heart is a diverse school community where children and families from many different cultures, languages and backgrounds learn together. We can offer:

• A welcoming and supportive school team.
• Children who are at the heart of everything we do.
• Opportunities for professional development and SEND-specific training.
• Support from experienced teachers, SEND and pastoral colleagues.
• The opportunity to develop experience across different phases of primary education.
• A school committed to inclusion, high expectations and ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed.
• Salary: Grade 3, £17,916 per annum. £13.70 per hour

30 hours per week, term time, working 38 weeks per year 2x positions Permanent Required for ASAP The Governing Body of Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School wish to appoint Level 2 Teaching Assistants, EYFS, KS1 & KS2. "We live and learn with Jesus." We are seeking to appoint enthusiastic, caring and committed Level 2 Teaching Assistants to join our dedicated team. We have opportunities to work across Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. These are permanent positions and offer an excellent opportunity to become part of our diverse, inclusive and welcoming school family.

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