Learning and Pastoral Support Assistant
Learning & Pastoral Support Assistant
Could you make a REAL difference?
Become part of the Ark Charter community and work alongside our dedicated team of teachers, support staff and senior leaders to raise the expectations of a community, and spark a passion for learning in our young people which will last them a lifetime.
Our staff work hard every day to inspire each and every student to develop skills which will help them to achieve their full potential - both in the classroom and beyond. Further details of our CPD and training opportunities can be found at:
https://arkonline.org/training-for-your-whole-career
As well as professional development, we also take the wellbeing of our staff seriously, as we recognise that education can be a challenging profession. Staff at our school work hard but we support them by providing development and relevant training opportunities. We also try to ensure that most meetings take place during our working day to protect our free time and have a supportive and approachable Principal who recognises and rewards the hard work staff put in.
We would love you to visit our school, and meet the students and staff which make the Ark Charter community such a welcoming place to work – contact j.morris@charteracademy.org.uk or call 023 9282 4204 to arrange your visit.
Start date: September 2020
Salary: Ark Support Band 4, point 3-7 £18,065-£19,554 (TTO £15,470-16,745)
Contract: Term- time only, permanent
Location: Charter Academy- Portsmouth
Nearest train station/transport links: Portsmouth & Southsea
The Role
As a Learning and Pastoral Support Assistant, you will support pupils and teachers to establish a supportive learning space in which children make good academic progress. You will create and maintain an effective, safe and purposeful environment. This role will be instrumental in our mission to provide every student, regardless of their background, a great education and real choices in life.
Key Responsibilities
Learning & Pastoral Support
• Support pupil learning through the delivery of specific learning programmes, setting high expectations whilst encouraging their independence and building their confidence
• To carry out before and after school supervision
• To supervise the entry and exit of pupils from the site
• 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 where appropriate
• 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 or Principal.
Person Specification: Learning & Pastoral Support Assistant
Qualifications
• Maths and English GCSE or equivalent at grade C or above (or equiv)
• Certified teach assistant course or training or willingness to undertake this
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
• Experience establishing successful learning relationships with students at the relevant age, treating them consistently with respect and consideration
• Good working knowledge of the national curriculum
• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Good administrative, organisational and computer skills
• Competent with computers and other technology
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with children and adults
• Able to deal with minor incidents, first aid, and pupil’s personal health and hygiene
Behaviours
• Genuine passion for and a belief in the potential of every pupil
• A robust awareness of keeping children safe, noticing safeguarding and welfare concerns, and you understand how and when to take appropriate action.
• Belief that every student should have access to an excellent education regardless of background
• Professional outlook, detailed orientated and able to multi task and meet deadlines
• A team player that can work collaboratively as well as using own initiative
• Helpful, positive, patient and caring nature
• Calm and professional under pressure
• Understanding of the importance of confidentiality and discretion
• Flexible attitude towards work and demonstrates sound judgement
Other
• Right to work in the UK
• Commitment to equality of opportunity and the safeguarding and welfare of all students
• Willingness to undertake training
• This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check
Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in our academies. In order to meet this responsibility, we follow a rigorous selection process. This process is outlined here, but can be provided in more detail if requested. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
