Learning Support / Teaching Assistant (x4 posts)
Landau Forte College Derby
Learning Support / Teaching Assistant (x4 posts)
Salary Not Specified
Landau Forte College Derby, The Holmes, City of Derby
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 2 weeks ago, 14 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 511c2ea39936457381f1007b3217d220
Full Job Description
Duties of role will include:
Establish positive relationships with students supported.
Support students with activities which support literacy and numeracy skills
Support the use of ICT in the classroom and develop students' competence and independence in its use
Promote positive student behaviour in line with College policies and help keep students on task
Interact with, and support students, according to individual needs and skills
Promote the inclusion and acceptance of children with special needs within the classroom ensuring access to lessons and their content through appropriate clarification, explanation and resources
Participate in planning and evaluation of learning activities with the teacher, providing feedback to the teacher on student progress and behaviour
Monitor and record student activities as appropriate writing records and reports as required
Provide feedback to students in relation to attainment and progress under the guidance of the teacher
To support learning by arranging/providing resources for lessons/activities under the direction of the teacher
To attend to students' personal needs including help with social, welfare and health matters, including minor first aid.
To assist with the preparation, maintenance and control of stocks of materials and resources.
Assist with the development and implementation of individualised programs, e.g. Education & Health Care Plan (EHCP)
Liaise with other staff and provide information about students as appropriate
To attend Parents' evenings and relevant College information evenings
To assist with the display and presentation of students' work
To assist with escorting students on educational visits.
Any other duties as directed by the Principal, SENCO, or Deputy SENCO.
Reporting to our SENCO, we are seeking enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to join a highly performing and dedicated team. You will already have experience and enjoy both the challenge and reward of working with children who experience learning difficulties. You should be prepared to work with students across the age range, and students with significant physical disabilities. You will have the ability to work with the team in the preparation of individual learning plans and learning resources. You will be joining a highly performing team with a proven track record of delivering excellent results.
Do you want to work with inquisitive students and collaborative staff? Do you value being at the heart of a vibrant city? Does this sound like your perfect job?, Experience of working with children
Experience of working in a college environment
Good numeracy, literacy and communication skills
Level 2 (GCSE) minimum qualification in English, Mathematics + 3 other qualifications at grade C or higher
Desirable:
Experience delivering literacy based interventions
Familiarity with exam specifications
Good knowledge of ICT to support learning
Knowledge and understanding
Essential:
Ability to read, write & understand basic reports
Ability to communicate information clearly and coherently; ability to listen effectively
Overcome communication barriers with children and adults
Consult with children and their families and carers and other adults
Understand and implement the college's behaviour management & anti-bullying policy
Ability to understand and support children with developmental difficulty or disability
Ability to establish rapport and respectful and trusting relationships with children, their families and carers and other adults
Ability to work effectively and positively with a range of adults
Respect confidentiality. Know when, how and with whom to share information
Participate in annual performance appraisal constructively and positively
Desirable:
Understand the role of others working in and with the college
Understand and value the role of parents and carers in supporting children
Good understanding of the college/national curriculum including expectations of English & Maths
Understand and support the importance of physical and emotional wellbeing
Skills
Essential:
Good organisational skills
Ability to remain calm under pressure
Ability to manage own time effectively
Demonstrate a positive, solution focused approach to resolve routine problems independently
Awareness of and commitment to equality
Basic understanding of Health & Safety
Understand and implement child protection procedures
Understand procedures relating to confidentiality and implement them
Be prepared to develop and learn in the role
Desirable:
Ability to support the work of volunteers and other assistants in the classroom
Landau Forte Charitable Trust is a family of six Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form Academies across the Midlands. Established in 1989, our roots as a charity lie in the global finance and hospitality industries, with our founders Martin Landau and Rocco Forte. Their values combine in how our schools look after their children and young people; they aspire to a world-leading standard of innovation, entrepreneurship, service and care.
We believe a brilliant education should be central to the development of every child and young person. Their learning, wellbeing and happiness is at the centre of every decision we take and every pound we spend.
Landau Forte College Derby
Landau Forte College Derby is a highly successful and heavily oversubscribed 11 - 19 school with a strong record of success across all aspects of its work. We are an inclusive and diverse school and we hold outstanding teaching and learning at the centre of everything we do. We aim to inspire, engage and challenge all our young people, regardless of background, to be the best that they can be. We have the highest expectations of all in a supportive, happy and welcoming environment. Our students are active, responsible citizens, ready to make a difference in the local, national and global community.
The local area
Derby is a vibrant and exciting city, located right in the heart of the UK. The city has a developed arts and culture scene and the area has a great Geography. The College is located just a few minutes' walk away from Derby city centre.
Derby provides great range of sports and leisure facilities and is the gateway to the Peak District. Within a 10 minutes' drive of the city you will find yourself in the beautiful open Derbyshire countryside with unspoilt villages, historic houses and adventurous attractions.
The chance to work with genuinely enthusiastic and happy students
Career prospects within an innovative and ambitious Multi Academy Trust
A meal allowance, commensurate with your working hours
Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) or Teacher Pension Scheme (TPS)
Healthcare Cash Plan, from Westfield Health
About The Trust