Teaching Assistant Level 2

Overall Responsibilities

To support the day-today operation of the SEN policy, to work with and supervise individuals and groups of children under the direction/instruction of teaching and/or senior staff, inclusive of specific individual learning needs, enabling access to learning for all pupils and assistance and support in classroom management and behaviour techniques.

Main Duties

Support for pupils:

• Establish good working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model Be aware of and respond appropriately to individual pupil needs ensuring effective interaction
• Provide specific support to pupil's dependent upon their individual needs ensuring their safety whilst supporting access to learning activities
• Support the SENDco to update and share Pupil Passports with relevant staff to communicate pupil need
• Promote inclusion and acceptance of all pupils Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher
• Promote self-esteem and independence
• Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under the guidance and direction of the teacher
• Assist with the display of children’s work
• Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment In liaison with the teacher, utilise strategies to support pupils in achieving learning goals
• Report pupil achievements, progress and issues as appropriate in agreed format
• Undertake pupil record keeping as requested
• Administer tests and invigilate exams as requested
• Promote good pupil behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents and encouraging pupils to take responsibility for their own behaviour in line with established school policy
• Establish constructive relationships with parents/carers

This is a 6 month post initially, possibly extended depending on funding.