Part Time SEN Shadow Teaching Assistant (EYFS Section)

Anfield-School-; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 201,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

Anfield School is seeking an enthusiastic day-to-day Teaching Assistant to support our kindergarten students. The successful candidate will work across the school as directed by the Head of School and receive comprehensive induction and training.

Main duties include supporting teachers, assisting with learning activities, preparing resources, maintaining records for assessments, and ensuring effective communication among staff and pupils.

Qualifications

• Diploma holder required.
• Minimum 2 years’ recent experience supporting teachers in the classroom.
• Ability to work positively with children and families.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently.
• Knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage desirable.
• Familiarity with safeguarding procedures.
• Experience using ICT in a classroom setting.
• Commitment to CPD and inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Work under the guidance of teachers in the classroom and with withdrawal groups.
• Assist the classroom teacher with administrative, practical and organisational tasks.
• Support preparation of resources following planning.
• Keep records to support assessments and next steps planning.
• Collaborate with teachers and other TAs for effective communication.
• Organise and use resources efficiently.
• Support pupils' welfare and access to the curriculum.
• Contribute to high-quality teaching and learning.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

English fluency

ICT in classroom

Positive and supportive approach

Education

Diploma holder

Tools

ICT applications

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced day-to-day Teaching Assistant who can assist with our kindergarten students learning. The successful candidate will need to be flexible and may be required to work across the school as directed by the Head of School. Previous experience of working with children is essential. The successful candidate will be given a comprehensive induction and appropriate training.

Main duties:

• Work under the guidance of teachers, in the classroom and with withdrawal groups and individuals to implement agreed work programmes

• Assist the classroom teacher in providing administrative, practical and organisational tasks and also to support the learning activities of pupils

• Supporting preparation of resources following the teachers’ planning

• Keeping records to support assessments and support planning of next steps

• Working closely with the teachers and other teaching assistants to ensure good communication and effective working practices

• Contribute to the effective organisation and use of resources

• Contribute to the quality of care and welfare of pupils

• Support the needs of pupils in effectively accessing the curriculum

• Support the quality of learning and teaching in the classroom.

Requirements/Essential skills/experience:

• At least Diploma holder

• Minimum of 2 years’ recent experience supporting teachers with everyday work in the classroom

• The ability to work in a positive and supportive way with the children and their families

• The ability to work in a team, with good communication and interpersonal skills

• Fluent in both spoken and written English essential

• Able to demonstrate a hardworking ethos; with an experienced background in working with children in a kindergarten setting

• A highly efficient practitioner who is able to use his/her own initiative with confidence

• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage is desirable

• Knowledge of, and commitment to, all current safeguarding procedures

• Have a working knowledge and experience of using ICT applications relevant to a classroom environment

• Be committed to continuing professional development (CPD)

• Be committed to inclusion and equality of opportunity

• Committed to our Catholic ethos

Anfield is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to the post is subject to an enhanced CRB check in UK or the Sexual Conviction Record Check (SCRC) in Hong Kong.

Educating Hearts and Minds

www.anfield.edu.hk