Teaching Assistant
At St Peter's Church of England Primary Academy Cleethorpes, we are looking for a Teaching Assistant. To work with teachers to support teaching and learning, providing general and specific assistance to pupils and staff under the direction and supervision of the classroom teacher.
At St. Peter's C of E Primary Academy, we are very proud of our strong Christian ethos and values that enable all of our children, staff and families to flourish. As a results in our most recent SIAMs inspection in July 2023 we were graded as being an EXCELLENT Church school. Our school is nestled on the coast and we are lucky to work in such a thriving community where we build on our strong partnerships with other Trust schools and share expertise so everyone can meet their potential.
Teaching Assistant - Cleethorpes St Peter's C of E Primary Academy
SALARY Grade 3, Point 6 - 9 £24,027 - £25,183 FTE £7,671.54 - £8,040.64 (Pro rata)
HOURS 13.75 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (Term time plus inset days)
START DATE February 2025
APPLICATION DEADLINE Monday 20th January 2025 (midday)
INTERVIEWS Monday 27th January 2025 (times TBC)
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
- Work with individuals or small groups of pupils in the classroom under the direct supervision of teaching staff and provide feedback to the teacher.
- Support pupils to understand instructions and support independent learning and inclusion of all pupils.
- Support the teacher in behaviour management and keeping pupils on task.
- Support pupils in social and emotional well-being, reporting problems to the teacher as appropriate.
- Prepare and clear up learning environment and resources, including photocopying, filing and the display and presentation of pupils’ work and contribute to maintaining a safe environment.
- Teaching Assistants in this role may also undertake some, or all of the following;
- Record pupil data as required
- Support children’s learning through play.
- Assist with break-time supervision including facilitating games and activities.
- Assist with escorting pupils on educational visits.
- Support pupils in using ICT.
- Invigilate exams and tests.
- Assist pupils with eating, dressing and hygiene, as required, whilst encouraging independence.
- Support pupils on a one-to-one basis in line with the requirements of an EHCP.
- To present a positive personal image, contributing to a welcoming school environment which supports equal opportunities for all.
- To perform, in accordance with any directions, which may reasonably be given to you by your Line Manager or Headteacher from time to time, such particular duties as may reasonably be assigned.
Other
The duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive. The postholder may be required to undertake other duties that may be required from time to time within the general scope of the post. Any such duties should not substantially change the general character of the post. Duties and responsibilities outside of the general scope of this grade of post will be with the consent of the postholder.
The postholder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with LAAT Equal Opportunities policies.
The postholder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the LAAT Health and Safety policies and procedures.
All employees need to be aware of the possible abuse of children and vulnerable adults and if you are concerned you need to follow the Academies’ Safeguarding Policy. In addition, employees working with children have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of during their work.
For an informal discussion about the role, or to arrange a visit, please contact enquiries@stpeters.laat.co.uk.
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The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will require the successful applicant to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
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All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.