Location
St Veronica’s Roman Catholic Primary School, Helmshore, Rossendale, BB4 4EZ. (151 pupils on roll).
Contact
Tel: 01706 226315Website: www.st-veronicas.lancsngfl.ac.uk
Overview
As a Teaching Assistant Level 2(a) you will work under the clear guidance of class teachers to support individual pupils and small groups with planned learning activities.
Responsibilities
- Supporting pupils to access learning and stay on task, helping to boost attainment and confidence.
- Assisting with monitoring and recording pupil progress and supporting target‑setting and reviews.
- Helping produce learning resources, providing routine classroom administrative support and assisting with supervision and behaviour management.
- Supporting inclusion, working with pupils with SEND where appropriate training has been provided.
- Contributing positively to the classroom atmosphere and liaising with staff, parents and outside agencies as needed.
About the ideal candidate
- Cares deeply about children’s learning and wellbeing and wants to be part of a close‑knit school community.
- Can build positive relationships with pupils and work effectively as part of a team.
- Has good communication, organisational and basic ICT skills and can carry out routine classroom administration.
- Is able to support pupils’ academic and social development, and adapt to different needs with patience and professionalism.
- Has NVQ Level 2 or equivalent experience (desirable) or demonstrable experience working with children in a school or similar setting.
- Is committed to ongoing professional development and to our Catholic ethos of inclusion, respect and forgiveness.
Qualifications and Experience
Essential Qualifications, Experience, and Desirable Characteristics as outlined in the attached documents.
Equal Opportunities Statement
This is an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a disclosure. Applicants will be considered in accordance with the Recruitment of Ex‑offenders policy of Lancashire County Council. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to safeguarding, to promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to providing a Disability Confident employer.
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