Teaching Assistant Level 3

JOB TITLE      Teaching Assistant (Level 3)  ELSA

SCALE              Band E (Pay Scale 7-11)

RESPONSIBLE TO SENCO

Purpose of the Role

To work under the guidance of teaching staff and the SENCO to support the learning, progress, and inclusion of pupils, particularly those with additional needs, ensuring that all pupils can fully access the curriculum and achieve success within a Christ-centred environment.

Key Responsibilities

Support for Pupils:

• Support pupils in developing in emotional awareness resilience and positive coping strategies through planed one to one or small group interventions.

• Work closely with teachers, SENDCO and pastoral staff to identify emotional and behavioural needs and tailor appropriate support.

• Monitor record and report pupils progress maintain accurate and confidential records at interventions and outcomes

• Promote positive behaviour, self esteem and social skills to help pupils engage more effectively with learning and school life.

• Assist pupils in accessing the curriculum and encourage their independence, self-esteem, and social inclusion.

• Promote positive behaviour in line with academy policy and Gospel values.

• Encourage pupils to engage in learning activities and help them to stay on task.

Support for Teachers:

• Work closely with teachers to implement lesson plans and learning activities.

• Assist in preparing and maintaining learning resources, materials, and classroom displays.

• Provide feedback on pupils’ progress and behaviour to the teacher/SENCO.

• Help to maintain an orderly and purposeful learning environment.

Support for the Curriculum:

• Deliver specific learning interventions under the direction of the teacher or SENCO.

• Support literacy, numeracy, and other subject-based activities.

• Assist with the use of ICT and other learning aids to support pupil progress.

Support for the Academy:

• Contribute to the Catholic life of the school by upholding and promoting its ethos and values.

• Accompany staff and pupils on educational visits, Mass, liturgies, and other academy activities.

• Supervise pupils at break/lunchtimes as required.

• Undertake professional development relevant to the role.

• Respect confidentiality in relation to all matters involving the school community.

General Requirements

• Support and actively promote the Catholic ethos and mission of the academy.

• Attend staff meetings, INSET, and training as directed.

• Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to safeguarding, child protection, health & safety, confidentiality, and equal opportunities.

• Undertake other duties commensurate with the role and grade as required.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Experience of working with young people in a school or similar setting.

• Good literacy, numeracy, and ICT skills.

• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

• Willingness to support the Catholic ethos of the academy.

• Teaching assistant Level 2 Qualification.

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This job description sets out the duties of the post at the time it was published

The hours and the job description may be modified depending on the needs of the Academy

The post holder may be required from time to time to undertake other duties within the school as may be reasonable expected, without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed. This is a common occurrence and would not justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post.

Applications must be made via the CES Application Form

The relevant forms can be accessed online via the link: Sacred Heart Catholic Academy – Vacancies

Once completed, please forward your application form to

Jen Noon j.noon@shca.pfcmat.org