Advanced Teaching Assistant

Summary:

Advanced Teaching Assistant job opportunity with a focus on supporting diverse student needs.

About the School:

A school committed to excellence, innovation, and student success, with a strong emphasis on inclusion, personalized learning, and staff development.

The Opportunity:

As an Advanced Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting student achievement through targeted interventions and high-quality learning activities. This position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on student progress, particularly for those with special educational needs, English as an additional language, and gifted and talented students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver planned learning activities and intervention programmes to small groups or individuals in various environments.
• Assess, monitor, and record student development and attainment using appropriate ICT systems.
• Support students with special educational needs (SEN) and those for whom English is not their first language.
• Provide short-term cover for learning environments and support the implementation of individual development plans.
• Manage resources and invigilate exams as required.
• Work flexibly to meet the needs of the school and students.
• Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and parents while maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Hold a Level 3 qualification relating to working with children and young people.
• Have experience working in a school setting or with children/young people.
• Previous experience supporting students in small group or one-to-one situations.
• Skilled in delivering interventions and proficient in educational ICT packages such as SIMS, o'Cloud, and Praising Stars.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to relate empathetically to students.
• Ability to identify and report potential safeguarding concerns.

Preferred

• Experience with Teaching English as a Second Language (TEFL/TESOL).
• Experience with implementing individual development plans, including EHCPs.
• Experience with online learning platforms and digital tools.
• Background in special educational needs support.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and employment package.
• Generous staff benefits including family-friendly policies and enhanced occupational benefits.
• Access to funded CPD opportunities, including qualifications up to Masters level.