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Temporary Teaching Assistant (plus MDSA) – Malmesbury, Wiltshire, United Kingdom
Salary: Grade D £25,185- £25,989 pro rata Hours of work: 23 hours per week plus 5 hours midday supervisor, negotiable up to full timeContract type: Fixed term until 31.08.26This is not a Wiltshire Council vacancy therefore please contact admin@minety.wilts.sch.uk at Minety CE Primary School for further information. Under the direction of the Teacher/s, to support pupils in a mainstream school to access learning. An element of this post will be associated with an individual named pupil, but they may at any times be required to work with any pupil within the school.Main dutiesSupporting pupils’ learning, either in groups or through 1:1 workThe exact tasks will depend on the learning support needs of the pupil/s but may includeClarifying and explaining instructions Ensuring pupils are able to use equipment and materials providedMotivating and supporting pupils Assisting in weaker areas e.g. language, reading, spelling, handwriting, presentation Helping pupils to concentrate on and finish work setMeeting physical needs as required whilst promoting independenceLiaising with class teacher and SENCO about Individual Education Plans/EHCPsAs specified by the teacher, developing appropriate resources to support pupilsSupporting pupils’ self esteem, inclusion and behavioural development e.g.Encouraging an acceptance and inclusion of the pupil with special needs Developing methods of promoting/reinforcing the pupil’s self esteem and independenceProviding individual supervision in and out of the classroom for pupils with behavioural problems Establishing a supportive relationship with pupils Reinforcing the school’s ethos e.g. expectations of behaviour within class and elsewhere on the school siteSupervising pupils on outings, school activities Provide physical/personal care to pupils when required e.g.Helping with dressing/ toileting Supporting the teacher/s e.g. As specified by the teacher, adapting and interpreting lessons and instructions to pupilsIn conjunction with the class teacher (and other professionals as appropriate) to develop system/s of recording pupil progress and contribute to the maintenance of this record Providing regular feedback about pupils to the teacher/sClerical duties e.g. photocopying and collating materials Supporting the curriculum Support the delivery of the Literacy and Mathematics Strategy along with other aspects of both the National Curriculum and the enhanced curriculum offered by the school.Supporting the school e.g. Assisting with setting up, storing and retrieving and general maintenance of classroom equipment and teaching aids e.g. computers and computer software, resources, indoor and outdoor play equipment, photographic equipment etc. Helping to ensure the hygiene of the teaching environment in cases of sickness or soilingAdministering minor first aid under the guidance of a qualified personSupervision and managementThe job holder has no regular supervisory responsibility for staff but assists in work familiarisation of peers and new recruitsCreativity and innovationThe job holder works within school procedures, policies and approved methods and under the supervision of the classroom teacherKey contacts and relationshipsThe job holder has extensive contact with pupils, which involves mentoring, motivating and imparting skills and/or knowledge. Information is exchanged with teachers and other school staff, school management, parents/carers and at times representatives of other Agencies e.g. health, social careDecision makingThe job holder is expected to follow school procedures, and plans made by the classroom teacherResourcesThe job holder is expected to use school resources appropriately and with care, but is not personally accountable for their overall securityWorking environment The job holder is mainly based in a classroom setting and there is regular background noise. The work involves some crouching, stretching or working in other constrained or awkward positions e.g. when dealing with pupils. There may be the need to deal with body fluids when giving personal care to pupils.Knowledge and skillsNew entrants are not required to have any background in learning support work but must have good general skills at dealing with children/young people and have the ability, through and extended induction period, to learn and apply learning support techniques. Find out more and apply:To find out more and apply, please visit together, we flourish – Home Or call 01666 860 257Closing date (and time): 5.00pm on Monday 3rd November (or sooner if a suitable candidate is found)Interview date: Will commence once applications come inCommencement date: As soon as possibleThis school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY VIA THE APPLY BUTTON BELOW. 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