EDUCATION

PENYGARN PRIMARY SCHOOL

Learning Support Assistant Level 2 – Term Time only

Grade 4: £15,941 - £18,376 per annum – pro rata

Permanent: 30 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

Governors are seeking to appoint a motivated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant

to join the team of this vibrant and happy school on a permanent basis.

The successful candidate will be required to work with a highly successful team in Key

Stage 2.

Experience of Read Write Inc is desirable but not essential, together with an interest in updating the school website would be useful but again not essential.

For an informal discussion, please contact Miss L Sellarson 01495 742090.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure & Barring Service.

Application forms and further information can be obtained from and returned to:

The Recruitment Team, Floor 4, Civic Centre, Pontypool, Torfaen. NP4 6YB, Telephone 01495 742308, E-Mail: . Alternatively, view and download

details and an application form at

Closing date: 13th April 2015 at 12 noon

Ref. No:REQ000366-1304

Position Details
Position Title: Learning Support Assistant Level 2
Grade: 4
Section: Penygarn Community Primary School / Service Area: Education
Responsible To: HTA,
Inclusion Deputy Headteacher / Responsible For: N.A.
Office use only
Job Evaluation ID: 1447 / Date Issued:
Job Purpose
To assist the teacher in the management of pupils within the classroom and beyond.
Principal Accountabilities and Responsibilities
Support for Pupils
Supervise and provide particular support for pupils, including those with special needs, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities.
Assist with the learning and development of all pupils, including the implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour Plans and Personal Care programmes – including toileting, feeding and mobility.
Following training, administer medication in accordance with the procedures for LEA and school policies.
Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils.
Encourage pupils to interact with the others and engage in activities led by the teacher.
Set challenging and demanding expectations and promote self-esteem and independence.
Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under guidance of the teacher.
Apply strategies to encourage independence and self-confidence.
Provide effective feedback to pupils in relation to programmes and recognise and reward achievement.
Take small groups of children for Read Write Inc lessons.
Support for Teachers
Provide detailed and regular feedback to teachers on pupils’ achievement, progress, problems, etc.
Liaise with the teacher to create a purposeful, orderly and supportive learning environment.
Liaise with the teacher to share short-term planning and specific learning objectives for: identified groups, individuals, whole class.
Monitor pupils’ responses to learning activities and undertake pupil record keeping as requested.
Establish routines to ensure regular and effective feedback is given to the teacher in respect of pupils’ progress towards targets for learning.
Apply school policy in relation to the promotion of positive pupil behaviour and attitudes to learning.
Administer routine tests and invigilate exams.
Fulfil clerical and administrative tasks as required, e.g. photocopying, collecting money, filing, administer course work, distributing letters to parents.
Resources/Equipment/Material
Supervision/Management of People
N.A.
Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience
Undertake structured and agreed learning activities/teaching programmes.
Undertake programmes linked to local and national learning strategies, e.g. literacy, numeracy, early years, assessment for learning.
Support the use of ICT in learning activities and develop pupils’ competence and independence in its use.
Prepare, maintain and use equipment/resources required to meet the lesson plans/relevant learning activity and assist pupils in their use.
Undertake programmes linked to local learning strategies, e.g. literacy, numeracy and ICT.
Prepare, maintain and use equipment and resources required to meet the agreed teaching programmes and learning activities.
Liaise sensitively and effectively with parents, carers as agreed with the teacher.
Participate in meetings with parents and contribute to annual reviews in accordance with school practice.
Be aware and comply with policies and procedures relating to inclusion, child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.
Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school, including Cwricwlwm Cymreig.
Appreciate and support the role of other professionals.
Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required.
Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required.
Contribute to whole school initiatives as and when required.
Special Working Conditions
Work on beyond agreed hours in emergencies or if required (with time granted
in lieu).
Assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times, including before and after school and at lunchtimes.
Accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out-of-school activities as required and take responsibility for a group under the supervision of the teacher.
General
To observe confidentiality in all aspects of work.
To participate in the service area’s supervision process and/or Corporate Appraisal process.
To demonstrate a willingness to undertake training development and learning opportunities to improve skills.
Comply with and support others to observe Health and Safety Act 1974 procedures and processes.
To adhere to the terms of the Alternative Working Strategy should the post be eligible.
To work within the Councils’ policy and procedures in respect of equal opportunity, anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive practices.
To accept that this job description may be periodically subject to review.
To undertake any other duties and/or times of work as may be reasonably required of you, commensurate with your grade or general level of responsibility within the organisation, at your place of work or based in any other establishment.
Position Title: Learning Support Assistant Level 2 / Date:
For office use only
Shortlisted By:
Name of Candidate: / Date:

Please note you will need to meet the essential criterion to be invited for interview.

Requirements / Selection Method
Essential or Desirable / Score / Tested at Interview and/or Application Form
Education/Qualifications/Knowledge
1.1 Good numeracy/literacy skills. / E / S
1.2 NVQ 2 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualification or experience, e.g. RNIB, BSL Level 1 qualification. / E / S
1.3 Training in relevant strategies to support learning / D / I
1.4First aid training as appropriate. / D / S
Experience
2.1Working with or caring for children of relevant age. / E / S/I
2.2Working when required with pupils with
additional needs. / D / S/I
2.3Taking small groups of children out of class for ReadWriteInc lessons / D / S/I
Skills and Abilities
3.1Effective use of ICT to support learning. / D / I
3.2Use of other equipment and basic
technology, e.g. video, photocopier / D / S
3.3Understanding of relevant policies/code
of practice and awareness of relevant
legislation / D / I
3.4General understanding of national/foundation phase, curriculum 14 – 19 pathways, and other basic learning programme/strategies as appropriate. / D / I
Personal Attributes
4.1Basic understanding of child development and learning. / E / I
4.2Ability to relate well to children and adults. / E / I
4.3 Work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and your own position within these. / D / I
Circumstances
5.1
5.2
5.3
Total Short Listing Score

Score key: 0 = Not Met Criteria 1 = Fully Met Criteria