Teaching Assistant

Lisle Marsden Church of England Primary Academy wishes to appoint a high-quality Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated and highly committed team of support staff.

The successful candidate will contribute to the Christian ethos, vision and values of the school while providing high-quality support for pupils’ learning, wellbeing and inclusion. They will play an active role in promoting safeguarding and maintaining a safe, nurturing environment in which all children can thrive.

Working under the direction of class teachers, the post holder will support teaching and learning across the curriculum. This will include assisting with classroom organisation, preparing learning resources and helping to ensure that all pupils can access learning opportunities that enable them to become confident, independent and active learners.

The role also includes supervising pupils during midday meals, encouraging positive behaviour and promoting positive social interaction in line with the school's values.

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and adaptable individual who is committed to helping children achieve their full potential. In return, we offer a supportive staff team and the chance to make a real difference to the lives of our pupils.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the Christian ethos and actively model the school’s values.
• Promote safeguarding, welfare, and inclusion of all pupils at all times.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with pupils, encouraging self-worth and self-esteem.
• Support all pupils including those with additional needs and/or EHCP.
• Monitor behaviour using positive strategies, in line with the school’s behaviour policy.
• Undertake midday meals supervision, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all pupils.
• Deal with minor injuries and act as a first aid supervisor as required.
• Prepare, manage, and maintain classroom resources and displays.
• Encourage healthy lifestyles and support the development of language and communication skills.
• Implement structured interventions alongside the class teacher.
• Liaise with the Senior Leadership Team and external agencies as needed.
• Accompany school activities and take responsibility for individuals or small groups on trips.
• Supervise pupils outside lesson times, including break and lunchtimes.
• Foster links between families and the wider community.
• Attend meetings, professional development, and INSET days as required.
• Participate in regular safeguarding training.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality at all times.
• Follow all school policies (including Safeguarding, Health & Safety, Data Protection, and Codes of Conduct) and report concerns promptly.
• Undertake any other duties as directed by the Headteacher or Senior Leadership Team.

Desirable skills/ qualities:

• Recognised Teaching Assistant qualification or recent experience working in the role of Teaching Assistant in a school

• Experience of working with EYFS children
• A current First Aid qualification

• Previous/recent experience working with children with special educational needs