About this role
Teaching Assistant Level 2
This level is applicable to new and existing teaching assistants qualified to NVQ level 2 or equivalent
Purpose of job
To support teaching staff in the development and education of pupils including the provision of specialist skills as appropriate.
Duties and responsibilities Support for pupils (either individually or in groups)
Support the activities of individuals or groupsEstablish and maintain relationships with individual pupils and groupsContribute to Individual Education Plans as appropriateSupport pupils during learning activitiesPromote pupils’ social and emotional developmentContribute to the health and well being of pupilsProvide support for bilingual/multilingual pupils (where appropriate to the focus of the role)Support children with specific needs, for example, sensory and/or physical impairment, cognitive or learning difficulties, behavioural, emotional and social development needs, communication and interaction difficulties and individual personal requirements.Go into the pool to support swim lessonsSupport pupils to access the curriculum Support for the teacher(s)
Observe and report on pupil performance Contribute to the planning and evaluation of learning activitiesAssist in preparing and maintaining the learning environmentContribute to the management of pupils’ behaviourContribute to the maintenance of pupils’ recordsSupport the maintenance of pupils’ safety and security. Provide general administrative support, for example, administer coursework, produce worksheets etc.Support for the school
Support the development and effectiveness of team work within the school environmentDevelop and maintain working relationships with other professionalsLiaise with parents as appropriateReview and develop own professional practice.Any other duties deemed appropriate at the direction of the Head TeacherSupport for the curriculum
Support the use of information and communication technology in the classroom Requirement
You will need to have an ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence through the medium of English.
Qualification required - Preferable NVQ level 2 or equivalent and proven experience of working within children or individuals with special needs
Within the grade and job description of each level the exact focus of the role will be decided at school level and will take into account the needs of the school as well as the experience and development needs of the member of staff