Teaching Assistant Level 2

Corby Old Village Primary School, Corby, Northamptonshire, NN17 1UU

7 days remaining to apply

• Expected start date

  As soon as possible

• Application deadline

  26 August 2022 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  30 March 2022

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Key stage: KS1
• Working pattern:
  • Term time
  • 32.5 hrs. per week Mon -Friday, 8.30am - 3.30pm (to include 0.5hrs lunch cover and 0.5hrs lunch break) 38 weeks (term time only)
• Contract type: Permanent
• Salary: FTE

Teaching Assistant Level 2 job summary

To support the teaching staff in raising pupil attainment, working under the direction of the class teachers to allow all children to be included in all aspects of the school day. May have a more specialist knowledge that will typically cover a deeper knowledge of a narrower range of circumstances. The Head Teacher is responsible for the overall policy and educational programme of the school and for matters of control and discipline within the appropriate Articles of Government. Qualifications Appropriate level of literacy and numeracy skills Aptitude for working with children Experience in Key Stage 1 phonics & SATS Support the pupils by: Supervise and support pupils in the learning environment including more in depth support for those with special needs. Support pupils in the learning environment in order to promote independence, inclusion, acceptance and equality of access to learning opportunities for all pupils Assist pupils within the class, individually and in small groups (sometimes outside the main classroom), in the completion and adjustment of a wider range of pre-defined learning activities to meet the requirements of pupils and the curriculum (for example literacy, numeracy, basic ICT) Assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times to enhance service delivery (for example before and after school) Support the teacher by: Participate in meetings and team development activities and assist less experienced colleagues when appropriate to support the achievement of individual and team performance and development objectives Observe behaviour and use awareness of behaviour management and communication strategies to deal with individual cases of low level disruption by pupils in class. Monitor resource levels and contribute to the resource ordering process to ensure the timely availability of resources to meet the requirements of the curriculum. Maintain an awareness of the importance of the appropriate use of resources to minimise waste and maximise the effectiveness of financial resources. Monitor, feedback, record and report on pupil progress, including feedback to pupils, and participate in the completion of pupil profiles and records of attainment to maximise pupil development. Support teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities as required and take responsibility for a group of children under supervision of the teacher to meet service delivery requirements. Administer routine tests, invigilate exams and undertake routine marking of pupils’ work to meet requirements of pupils and the curriculum. Support the curriculum by: Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment in accordance with lesson plans and assist with the display of pupils’ work to support pre-defined learning activities to meet the needs of pupils and the curriculum. Prepare, maintain and use equipment and resources required to meet lesson plans / learning activities to meet the needs of pupils and the curriculum. Support the school by: Provide routine clerical and other support to meet service delivery requirements (for example photocopying, typing, filing, laminating, collecting money, school trips) Build and maintain positive and constructive working relationships with pupils, parents, carers and colleagues to maximise pupils’ development and maintain the overall ethos of the school. Carry out playground duties in variable weather conditions; however there is usually indoor play during bad weather. Experience necessary NVQ level 2 or equivalent in relevant subject or proven experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age Appropriate level of literacy and numeracy skills Experience in Key Stage 1 Phonics & SATS Appropriate IT and Keyboard skills Appropriate level of data protection, security and confidentiality awareness. Desirable Completion of DfES Teacher Assistant Induction Programme Training in the literacy / numeracy strategy Highly motivated individual. General understanding of national curriculum and other basic learning programmes Evidence of mentoring skills at a level relevant to the role Understanding of corporate equalities standards and diversity issues and impact in immediate work area. Basic knowledge of first aid

Applying for the job

Contact the school via email or phone for an application pack
bursar@covs.northants.sch.uk
01536 202359

Or look on the schools website and download an application pack
www.covp.org.uk

Supporting documents

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About Corby Old Village Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 207 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in a new tab)
• School website: Corby Old Village Primary School website (opens in a new tab)
• Contact email: bursar@covs.northants.sch.uk
• Contact phone number: 01536202359
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/corby-old-village-primary-school (opens in a new tab)

Corby Old Village Primary School is a small village school set within the historic Corby Old Village. We are a creative and dynamic staff team, who pride ourselves on the excellent behaviour and family ethos of the school. In May 2015, we were graded as 'good' by Ofsted and would love to hear from anyone who wishes to join us on our journey to 'outstanding'. We believe that all children should be given every opportunity to learn, to grow and to develop in a safe, caring and happy environment. We also believe strongly in traditional values of politeness and good behaviour. We have high expectations of all children which will help them to reach their potential. We are a community where learning is celebrated and children's individual achievements are valued.

Arranging a visit to Corby Old Village Primary School

Contact the school via email or phone for an application pack
bursar@covs.northants.sch.uk
01536 202359

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