Teaching Assistant

St. Joseph's Institution International School; Selangor; On-site; MYR 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph's Institution International School – Petaling is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils across year groups and assist teachers with lesson delivery. The role involves covering classes when required and helping implement learning activities in line with the curriculum.

You will monitor pupil progress, promote inclusive practices, and liaise with parents as directed. A qualification in Education and training in literacy are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching children relevant year group
• Further qualification in Education
• Training in relevant learning strategies such as literacy
• First aid training or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development and education of all pupils
• Cover classes as required, depending on level and experience
• Assist with planning learning activities and monitoring progress
• Provide feedback to teachers on pupil progress and behaviour
• Support for the school through routine administration and safeguarding practices

Skills

Pupil support

Teamwork

ICT for learning

Communication

Education

Further qualification in Education

First aid training

Tools

Photocopier

Video equipment

ICT equipment

Job description

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St. Joseph's Institution International School – Petaling

To assist in the development of pupils’ learning, the provision of care and the management of pupils’ behaviour under the supervision of senior colleagues.

To assist the classroom teacher with their responsibility for the development and education of all pupils.

To cover classes as and when required. (dependant on level and experience)

Support for the Pupils

Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour Plans and Personal Care programmes.

Establish constructive relationships with pupils and interact with them according to individual needs.

Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils.

Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher.

Set challenging and demanding expectations and promote self-esteem and independence.

Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under the guidance of the teacher

2. Support for the Teacher

Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment, in accordance with lesson plans and assist with the display of pupils’ work.

Use strategies, in liaison with the teacher, to support pupils to achieve learning goals.

Assist with the planning of learning activities.

Monitor pupils’ responses to learning activities and accurately record achievement/progress as directed.

Provide detailed and regular feedback to teachers on pupils’ achievement, progress, problems etc.

Promote good pupil behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents in line with established policy and encourage pupils to take responsibility for their own behaviour.

Establish constructive relationships with parents/carers

Administer routine tests and invigilate exams and undertake routine marking of pupils’ work.

Support teaching /senior staff with routine administration, e.g. photocopying, typing, filing, money, administration of coursework etc.

3. Support for the Curriculum

Assist with the implementation of structured and agreed learning activities/teaching programmes, adjusting activities according to pupil responses.

Assist with the implementation of programmes linked to local and national learning strategies e.g. literacy, numeracy, KS3, early years, recording achievement and progress and feeding back to the teacher.

Support the use of ICT in learning activities and develop pupils’ competence and independence in its use

Prepare, maintain and use equipment/resources required to meet the lesson plans/relevant learning activity and assist pupils in their use.

4. Support for the School

Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.

Be aware of and support differences to ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop.

Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school.

Appreciate and support the role of other professionals.

Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required.

Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required.

Assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times, including before and after school and at lunchtime.

Accompany teaching staff and pupils on educational visits, trips and out of school activities as required and take responsibility for a group under the supervision of the teacher

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Experience

Experience in teaching children relevant year group

Qualifications

Further qualification in Education

Training in the relevant learning strategies e.g. literacy

First aid training/training as appropriate

Knowledge & Skills

Effective use of ICT to support learning

Use of other equipment technology – video, photocopier

Understanding of relevant policies/codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation

General understanding of national/foundation stage curriculum and other basic learning programmes/strategies

Basic understanding of child development and learning

Ability to self-evaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities

Ability to relate well to children and adults

Work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and your own position within these

Personal Attributes

Confidence, warmth, sensitivity, reliability, and enthusiasm

Ability to communicate effectively with children and young people

Good interpersonal skills

SJIIS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we hold ourselves to a high standard concerning safer recruitment policy and processes. We expect the same commitment to keeping children safe from all of our staff and applicants will be subject to child protection screening appropriate to the post including a full background check, checks with past employers, online checks and relevant international police checks.