Teaching Assistant Apprentice at BACKWELL SCHOOL

Your daily duties will include: 

• To contribute to the overall ethos and aims of the organisation and promote diversity, inclusion, equality and acceptance of all learners in line with school policies, including by challenging stereotyped views, bullying or harassment
• To implement safeguarding polices and safe practice, including online safety, in line with legislation, policies, and procedures including maintaining confidentiality
• To work in partnership and liaise with other professionals (such as the teaching staff, SENDCo, or external advisors) and parents/carers to support all learners’ learning
• To reflect on their own practice and identify appropriate professional development opportunities with the support of colleagues
• To understand the specific needs and preferences of students and use this knowledge constructively to develop and use strategies to support them to achieve their learning goals, both as individuals and groups
• To promote engagement and teach learning behaviours to support the development of independent learners
• To establish positive relationships with learners and promote positive behaviours, consistently applying the school’s behaviour policy and implement agreed behaviour management procedures in the classroom
• To support the social, emotional, mental health, wellbeing and personal care of all learners in line with organisational policy and procedures and report any issues when required
• To deliver individual and small group teaching within clearly defined/planned parameters in partnership with the teacher and other professionals. This includes demonstrating or advising on the proper use of equipment and materials, explaining the task required, and ensuring the student stays on task
• To contribute to assessment and planning by supporting the monitoring, recording, and reporting of learner outcomes and participation as agreed with the teacher
• To support the teacher with the preparation of teaching and differentiated materials for students and report to teaching staff about perceived needs, difficulties, and successes of students
• To support the development of a stimulating and safe learning environment by contributing to the selection and preparation of teaching resources that meet the diverse needs and interests of learners
• To complete any administrative duties as required for the role
• To support or lead enrichment activities for example visits, out of school activities, supervising play and in school clubs