Ark Little Ridge is a two form entry school that was judged as 'Good' by OfSTED at our last inspection.
We are now seeking a resilient and robust individual to join our fantastic Educational Support Team as a Teaching Assistant (TA3).
We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated Teaching Assistant on a fixed term contract until 22nd July 2021.
This role will involve helping to implement work programmes for groups of children, assisting in planning and the management/preparation of resources, which could include some specialist knowledge in particular areas. The successful applicant will also provide cover for whole classes under a system of supervision for 30% of the employed time throughout the school year, and lunchtime cover. We can offer you a friendly, supportive school and opportunities for professional development.
The successful candidate will:
• have experience of working with primary aged children
• have good literacy and mathematical skills
• be hard working and adaptable to change
• ideally have a secure understanding and knowledge of observing children’s learning.
If you have a passion for education, we can offer you support and challenge to develop further. By joining the Ark schools network you will gain access to an exclusive range of benefits including CPD, training and best-practice sharing opportunities, reduced gym membership and large retail discounts.
Interested in this exciting opportunity? If you have any questions or would like to arrange a visit please email Hilary Zebedee at 'info@arklittleridgeprimary.org' to find out more.
To apply please go to http://arklittleridgeprimary.org/vacancies to apply through the job portal.
The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Friday, 9th October 2020. Interviews will be held on Friday, 16th October 2020.
Location: Hastings
Start date: October 2020
Contract: Fixed term to 22nd July 2021
Hours: 27.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: Actual: £11,817.31 (for term time only and 27.5 hours per week)
Closing date: 12 noon on Friday, 9th October 2020
Interviews: Friday, 16th October 2020
Ark Little Ridge Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding children; successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.
Job Description: Teaching Assistant 3
Reporting to: Head of School
Location: ARK Little Ridge Primary Academy
Working Pattern: Term Time
Salary: Ark Support Scale 4: Pay Points 3 - 7
The Role
As a Teaching Assistant you will support pupils, parents, and teachers, to establish a supportive learning environment in which children make good academic progress. You will be instrumental in our mission to provide every student, regardless of their background, a great education and real choices in life.
As a TA3 you will also provide cover for whole classes under a system of supervision for up to 30% of employed time throughout the school year.
Key Responsibilities
Learning Support
• Support pupil learning through the delivery of specific learning programmes, setting high expectations whilst encouraging their independence and building their confidence
• Promote inclusion, encouraging pupils to interact and work collaboratively
• Work with the SENCO and other teachers to assess the needs of individual children, contribute to and implement Individual Education Plans
• Adapt and develop resources for EAL and SEND pupils, ensuring their safety and enabling them to access the curriculum
• Assist with follow-through for related services (speech/language/physical therapy etc.)
• Mentor students on a 1:1 and group basis, as well as planning and leading a series of booster and intervention sessions to tackle difficult topics
• Observe, record and feedback information of pupil performance
• Assist in creating materials for curriculum delivery and display boards
• Assist with whole class teaching
• Provide class cover for the teacher
• Use strategies, in liaison with the teacher to assist in behaviour management and to support pupils in their learning objectives
• Assist pupils' achievement outside of the classroom, e.g. computer lab, library
Support for the school
• Supervise pupils in playgrounds, lunchrooms etc and assist with general pastoral care
• Accompany teachers and pupils on trips and out of school activities as required within contract hours, taking responsibility for pupils under the supervision of the teacher
Other
• Actively promote the safety and welfare of our children and young people
• Ensure compliance with Arks data protection rules and procedures
• Liaise with colleagues and external contacts at all levels of seniority with confidence, tact and diplomacy
• Work with Ark Central and other academies in the Ark network, to establish good practice throughout the network, offering support where required
This job description is not an exhaustive list and you will be expected to carry out any other reasonable tasks as directed by your line manager.