Teaching Assistant

To supervise and support pupils ensuring their safety and access to learning

To establish good relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and being aware of and responding appropriately to individual needs.

To promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils

To encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher

To encourage pupils to act independently as appropriate

To prepare classroom as directed for lessons and clear afterwards and assist with the display of pupil’s work.

To be aware of pupil problems/progress/achievements and report to the teacher as agreed.

To undertake pupil record keeping as requested

To support the teacher in managing pupil behaviour, reporting difficulties as appropriate

To gather/report information from/to parents/carers as directed

To provide clerical/admin. support - photocopying, typing, filing, collecting money etc.

To support pupils to understand instructions

To support pupils in respect of local and national learning strategies - literacy, numeracy, KS3, early years, as directed by the teacher

To support pupils in using basic ICT as directed

To prepare and maintain equipment/resources as directed by the teacher and assist pupils in their use.

To be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.

To be aware of and support difference and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop.

To contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school

To appreciate and support the role of other professionals

To attend relevant meetings as required

To participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required.

To assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times, including before and after school and at lunchtimes.

To accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities as required.

To ensure promotion and support of Equal Opportunities and Health & Safety

To undertake any other duties that are commensurate with the post