About this Role
Purpose of the role
Towork under the direct instruction of teaching/senior staff, usually in theclassroom with the teacher, to support access to learning for pupils andprovide general support to the teacher/s in the management of pupils and theclassroom.
Main Duties
Support for Pupils
- Establish rapport and respectful, trustingrelationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting highexpectations.
- Supervise and support pupils to undertake agreedlearning activities / programmes linked to local and national curriculum andlearning strategies, e.g., literacy, numeracy, KS1 or KS 2 or earlyyears.
- Adjusting activities according to pupil responsesand needs, including for those with special educational needs.
- The role may include supporting and implementingpupils' personal programme, including social, health, physical, hygiene, andwelfare matters. The pupil may also need assistance to access different areasof the school. Following appropriate training and in line with schoolprocedures, to administer basic first aid and/or medication as required.
- Promote inclusion and acceptance of all pupils byencouraging them to interact with each other and to engage in activities led bythe teacher.
- Promote self-esteem and independence amongstpupils.
- Support the implementation of Individual EducationPlans and Behaviour Plans
- Provide feedback to pupils on their progress andachievement under the guidance of a teacher, in line with school policy.
Support for teachers
- Promote good pupil behaviour, dealing promptly withconflicts in line with school behaviour policies.
- Establish constructive relationships with parentsand carers, promoting the School's home/school liaison policy
- Assist the teacher with the preparation of teachingand learning materials and resources.
- Provide detailed feedback to teachers on pupils'achievement, progress, problems etc. as requested.
- Undertake pupil record keeping as requested andassist with the collation of pupil reports as requested by the teacher, whichmay involve data inputting.
- Maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportiveenvironment, in accordance with lesson plans.
- Assist with the display of pupils' work.
- Prepare, maintain and use equipment/resourcesrequired to meet the lesson plans/learning activity and assist pupils in theiruse.
- Administer and mark straightforward routine tests,e.g. spelling or mental arithmetic, and invigilate tests as required
- Provide clerical support for teachers, e.g.photocopying, filing, collecting money, checking deliveries and placing goodsin stock and maintaining records of stock, administering coursework, productionof work sheets for agreed activities
Support for school
- To support others within the classroom and theSchool, contributing to the achievement of School objectives by working as partof a team
- Assist with activities outside the classroom,working as part of a team to oversee pupils and support Activity Leaders, e.g.Breakfast Club or accompanying to swimming lessons. (If this is an agreedpart of the working pattern)
- Accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits,trips and out-of-school activities as required and take responsibility for agroup under the supervision of a teacher
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Teaching Assistant Level 1 (Maternity Cover) at Deeplish Primary Academy in Rochdale employer: Deeplish Primary Academy
Deeplish Primary Academy is an excellent employer that prioritises a clean and safe environment for both staff and students in the heart of Greater Manchester. With a strong commitment to employee development, we offer training opportunities and a supportive work culture that values teamwork and dedication. Join us to make a meaningful impact in our community while enjoying the benefits of working in a vibrant educational setting.
