Teaching Assistant

Saltaire, Yorkshire
St Bede&;s and St Joseph&;s College
Welcome to the exciting opportunities offered by working as a Teaching Assistant at St Bede s and St Joseph s Catholic College. Higher Level Teaching Assistant Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD9 4BQ Permanent position 37 hours per week, term time plus 2 days 08.30 – 4.30 Mon to Thurs and 08.30 – 4.00 on Fridays NJC points 5 6: £18,274 to £18,936 (actual) depending on experience Immediate start available Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK St Bede s and St Joseph s Catholic College is a highly aspirational learning community, striving to provide an outstanding 21st century education for all learners in a learning environment of the highest possible quality. This is an exciting time to join the college as we continue to develop our mission and build on our tradition, with a determined focus on strong teaching, and wide-ranging co-curricular and extra-curricular activities. We are seeking to employ a Teaching Assistant working with the SEND/Inclusion Team. The role is to support teachers and other professionals by implementing work, care and support programmes with students to enable them to continue learning and making good progress in College, while also offering specific administration and clerical support. You will also be required to be a House Tutor and support our students during House Welcome Time and House Development Time. Key responsibilities: Work with identified students, including those with SEND and EAL, individually and in groups to ensure learning and progress. Collaborate with SIP colleagues to support the inclusion of all students. Deliver learning activities, interventions, and monitor student progress. Set challenging expectations, promote self-esteem, and encourage independent action. Prepare, maintain, and create a purposeful, orderly, and supportive learning environment. Lead a House Tutor Group. Take responsibility for equipment care, preparation, maintenance, and use. Timetable student access arrangements for formal exams under Deputy Inclusion Coordinator’s guidance. Support administration of alternative curriculum courses within the SIP. Administer routine tests, invigilate exams, and mark students’ work as needed. Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring Individual Education Plans and Personal Care Programmes. Occasionally act as a Cover Supervisor for mainstream lessons. Provide accurate, constructive, and detailed feedback to teachers and students as needed. Promote positive values, attitudes, and good student behaviour. Liaise with parents when required. Support students in developing competence and independence in using ICT for learning. Assist in supervising students outside of lesson times. Supervise internally excluded students. Conduct investigations into breaches of the Radiate Behaviour Policy by students, collating statements, and making recommendations as required. Provide first aid and attend necessary training. About you: Our ideal candidate is someone who combines positivity, helpfulness, and courtesy with a strong work ethic, adaptability, and a sense of humour. You should possess excellent administrative and organisational skills, effective communication abilities, and a commitment to our Catholic ethos, while embracing diversity and promoting student well-being. You will also embrace contributing to the College House system as a House Tutor. How to apply for the role: If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click apply today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents. Alternatively, call the hiring manager Lena on (phone number removed). Closing date: Friday 23 June 2023 at noon Committed to equality of opportunity. Committed to safeguarding young people; enhanced DBS check required. You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please. Other suitable skills and experience include Education, Teaching Assistant, TA, School, College, Term Time, Term Time Only, Teacher Assistant