£8 per hour

Merseyside, WA12 9PZ

15 months

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

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£8 per hour

Merseyside, WA12 9PZ

15 months

Summary

Role Overview

To provide high-quality support for teaching and learning within the classroom and ensure the safety, wellbeing, and social development of pupils during break times, and lunch periods. The successful candidate will work under the direction of teaching staff to foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Classroom & Learning Support

Assist teachers in the delivery of the curriculum, ensuring all pupils can access learning materials.
Lead targeted interventions for individuals or small groups, with a specific focus on English and Mathematics.
Support the teacher in managing classroom behaviour and maintaining a focused learning environment.
Prepare resources and assist in the setting up/clearing away of learning activities.

2. Supervision & Pastoral Care

Midday Supervision: Supervise pupils during lunch and playtimes, encouraging positive play and social interaction.
Wellbeing: Act as a positive role model, building strong relationships with pupils and providing pastoral support where needed.

3. Safeguarding & School Standards

Strictly adhere to the school’s Safeguarding and Child Protection policies at all times.
Maintain the school’s high standards of behaviour and discipline.
Promote the Christian ethos and values of The District CE Primary School.
Participate in relevant training and staff meetings as required.

Summary

Role Overview

Key Responsibilities

1. Classroom & Learning Support

Assist teachers in the delivery of the curriculum, ensuring all pupils can access learning materials.
Lead targeted interventions for individuals or small groups, with a specific focus on English and Mathematics.
Support the teacher in managing classroom behaviour and maintaining a focused learning environment.
Prepare resources and assist in the setting up/clearing away of learning activities.

2. Supervision & Pastoral Care

Midday Supervision: Supervise pupils during lunch and playtimes, encouraging positive play and social interaction.
Wellbeing: Act as a positive role model, building strong relationships with pupils and providing pastoral support where needed.

3. Safeguarding & School Standards

Strictly adhere to the school’s Safeguarding and Child Protection policies at all times.
Maintain the school’s high standards of behaviour and discipline.
Promote the Christian ethos and values of The District CE Primary School.
Participate in relevant training and staff meetings as required.

To apply you need:

Please send a CV and covering letter to express your interest in this vacancy.

Apply now

To apply you need:

Please send a CV and covering letter to express your interest in this vacancy.

Apply now

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Good numeracy/literacy skills (Essential)
NVQ Level 2 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualification (Desirable)
First Aid qualification (Desirable)

Knowledge & Experience

Previous experience working with children in an educational or formal childcare setting (Essential)
Confidence in supporting primary-level English and Maths
(Essential)
Understanding of how children learn and stay motivated (Essential)
Experience delivering small group interventions (Desirable)
Experience in a “wraparound care” or lunchtime role
(Desirable)
Knowledge of specific SEND (Special Educational Needs) strategies (Desirable)
Awareness of the EYFS or National Curriculum (Desirable)

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Good numeracy/literacy skills (Essential)
NVQ Level 2 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualification (Desirable)
First Aid qualification (Desirable)

Knowledge & Experience

Previous experience working with children in an educational or formal childcare setting (Essential)
Confidence in supporting primary-level English and Maths
(Essential)
Understanding of how children learn and stay motivated (Essential)
Experience delivering small group interventions (Desirable)
Experience in a “wraparound care” or lunchtime role
(Desirable)
Knowledge of specific SEND (Special Educational Needs) strategies (Desirable)
Awareness of the EYFS or National Curriculum (Desirable)

Skills & Personal Qualities

Be a practising Catholic or sensitive to the mission of this Catholic Faith school (Essential)
Excellent numeracy & literacy skills. (Essential)
Ability to use ICT effectively to support learning (Desirable)

Ability to relate well to children and adults. (Essential)
Ability to form and maintain appropriate professional relationships and boundaries with children. (Essential)
Flexibility, common sense and initiative (Essential)
A high regard for the confidential nature of the work. (Essential)
Good organisational and time management skills (Essential)
Effective communication skills and interpersonal skills with both children and adults alike. (Essential)
Friendly and approachable (Essential)
A good sense of humour and a genuine interest for the welfare of children. (Essential)
A caring, calm personal nature (Essential)
Empathy with young people who face barriers to learning (Essential)
A commitment to helping children to achieve, through education and learning. (Essential)