Teaching Assistant EY, KS1 and KS2 – Bearbrook Combined School

Job title:

Teaching Assistant EY, KS1 and KS2 – Bearbrook Combined School

Company

Buckinghamshire Council

Job description

OverviewDue to the increasing number of children requiring support across the school, we are looking for dynamic and inspirational teaching assistants with the capacity to grow and develop in their role to join the Bearbrook team; experience is not necessary as we are looking for team players who understand the importance of building positive relationships with pupils in order to maximise their potential. Training will be provided.Term time onlySalary Type: Bucks paySalary details: Bucks Pay Range 1B – 2 (depending on experience) £18,105 – £20,953 (approximately) £20,297 – £23,961 (FTE). The salary starting point will depend on experience and qualifications.Contract type: 1 Year fixed term with possibility of permanent position.Hours: 34 hours a week: Monday 8.30am – 5.00pm, Tuesday – Friday 8.30am – 3.30pm (1/2-hour lunch break)Closing date: 21/06/2024 12:00Interviews to be held: TBCAbout usOfsted December 2023: ‘Everyone is welcomed with a huge smile at Bearbrook’ and ‘Staff, including those new to their career, are proud to work at Bearbrook. They are well supported by leaders within the school and trust. Staff speak positively about leaders prioritising the mental health and well-being of both staff and pupils’.We work hard to ensure that Bearbrook Pre-school and school is a vibrant, exciting learning community, where children enjoy their education and make good progress in a stimulating environment. We are committed to developing the whole child through their creativity and diversity. Our aim is for children to grow into confident, happy, independent, lifelong learners who can function as successful members of the community. In order to achieve this, we have high expectations with regard to attitudes to learning and behaviour.Website:About the roleTeaching Assistant Role Planning, Teaching and Class Management:

• To discuss and contribute to the teacher’s programme/plan for the lesson/day/week/term.
• To help adapt differentiated materials to enable children to access the curriculum.
• To assist with the general management and organisation of children and resources/equipment which relate to the support of children.
• To assist with the planning, organising and supervising of educational visits and outings.
• Setting appropriate expectations.
• Supporting lessons so that pace, motivation and challenge are maintained;
• Monitoring and intervening to ensure sound learning and positive behaviour management

Classroom Preparation:

• Under the direction of the class teacher, to prepare classroom and associated areas for use including preparing materials, and setting out

equipment, apparatus etc, as well as maintain a tidy learning environment.

• To make up and maintain work/topic cards/sheets/books and other teaching aids. Prepare work and notices for display purposes. Assist

with/arrange displays and interest tables.Working with Children:

• To work with and support individuals or groups of children on specific activities.
• To develop an understanding of the specific needs of children to be supported.
• To have an awareness of vulnerable groups of children including those pupils eligible for pupil premium funding.
• To aid children to learn as effectively as possible in both group situations and individually
• To aid children in developing independent leaning skills.
• To guide and assist the development of children’s social behaviour, attitudes, self-esteem and skills.
• To assist the class teacher and SENDCo to develop suitable programmes of support and then carry out the support, within the classroom or in a

withdrawal situation.

• To participate in the evaluation of support programmes with the class teacher and SENDCo
• To assist with the supervision of children – within classroom settings, during school assembly, at play/meal times, on outings and educational visits

& not participating in an activity.

• To help children constructively to participate in activities by adapting and/or interpreting lessons and instructions accordingly.

Monitoring, Assessment, Recording, Reporting to:

• Assess and communicate with the class teacher how well intended learning has been achieved with individuals or small groups
• To provide feedback about children’s difficulties and progress to the class teacher, SENDCo as well as other professionals or parents.
• To foster links between home and school as appropriate

Technology Requirements:

• Be a confident and effective user of technology in the classroom;

About youWe are looking for a Teaching Assistant who will:

• Undertake specified work with individuals, groups and whole classes under the direction and supervision of a qualified teacher
• Have high expectations and encourage the participation of pupils in the social and academic processes of the school, and enable pupils to

become more independent learners.

• Work/care/support programmes to enable access to learning for pupils and to assist the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom.
• Can build and maintain successful relationships with pupils, treating them with respect and consideration
• Value and promote the wellbeing and the school’s safeguarding culture.
• Assist the teacher in creating and maintaining a purposeful, orderly and supportive learning environment
• Promote the inclusion, independence and acceptance of all pupils within the classroom, employing strategies to recognise and reward

achievement of self reliance.

• Be flexible and enjoys working with a variety of children across the age ranges
• Be motivated and is committed to teamwork and maintaining high standards
• Be energetic, enthusiastic and has a growth mindset

Other informationIf you want to discuss the role or visit our school please do not hesitate to contact us on 01296 488331 and ask to speak to Marcus Faulkner (headteacher).Visits to the school are warmly welcome. To arrange a visit or to find out more about the role, please contact our school office.All applications MUST be made through My New Term – the link to this can be found through the school website and returned to Email:We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS check will be sought from the successful candidate. Also, as part of the recruitment process we will carry out an online search as part of our due diligence.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:

• All unspent cautions and convictions cautions
• All adult cautions and spent convictions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). For further information on filtering please refer to

, the or (see, in particular, the section titled ‘Exceptions Order’).It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete self-disclosure form and return prior to interview.

Expected salary

£18105 per year

Location

Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire

Job date

Sat, 08 Jun 2024 07:32:13 GMT

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