Teaching Assistant

Salary Band D, Spinal 4 £25,185 FTE, £18,943 pro rata Contract Permanent Hours 32.5 hours per week Start Date October 2026 Broad Description Working under the overall supervision of the responsible teacher, assist and support teaching and learning , working with individuals or groups and assist in providing for general care, safety and welfare of pupils. Responsibility for others: The post has considerable direct impact on the well-being of individuals or groups through providing appropriate care or welfare for those who are personally dependant on the post for basic needs. The post requires physical fitness, as manual handling is included (training will be given) Responsibility for staff: The post has no direct responsibility for supervising other staff. It may be expected to demonstrate tasks or advise/guide new employees, work experience or trainees. Responsibility for budget: The post has no direct responsibility for financial resources. Responsibility for physical resources: The post has limited direct responsibility for physical resources, other than the handling and careful use of equipment (eg computer / PC/ teaching materials/resources). Typical Tasks Curriculum support: Support pupils’ learning as directed by the teacher, in context of fostering independence and self-esteem (eg modelling use of language appropriate to the task, facilitating discussions and interactions, encouraging pupils to reflect on their work.) Support for pupils: Carry out appropriate activities as planned, either with small groups or individuals - e.g. promoting increased attention and staying on task, helping with physical difficulties whilst encouraging independence Support pupils in accessing the curriculum Provide for physical care of pupils, including lifting, interactive communication, supervision Assist and support pupils with personal care - eg changing, toileting, showering, washing, dressing, undressing, care of clothes, personal hygiene Assist with pupil supervision - eg on arrival/leaving the class, at breaktime and lunchtime (when required) Accompany pupils as directed, eg out of the classroom, on visits, trips and out of school activities Deal with minor accidents Support to teacher: Assist in the day to day management of the learning environment, eg. preparing/clearing equipment and resources, preparation of classrooms/ art areas etc and outside areas Assist with equipment hygiene (wash and detox) Display and present children’s work Sort and tidy cupboards Cleaning up Assist in management of pupil behaviour Liaise with parents, answering queries Participate in record keeping - eg providing information to contribute to recording pupil achievement, taking photos of pupils work Provide feedback about learning activities, responses to them and support provided Undertake routine admin and clerical support Education/Training and Likely Abilities Have at least GCSE/GCE/ in English and Mathematics Be committed to own professional development, and be willing to undertake other appropriate training Have completed TA induction programme Understand special educational needs Understand and be able to work with care plans Knowledge of school rules, procedures, policies Be aware of and understand health and hygiene guidelines and other regulations, eg. Health and Safety at work, Child Protection/Safeguarding polices and procedures Have attended manual handling training Can understand and support the curriculum Be able to use technology as a learning tool - eg computer, video, Able to operate technological equipment - e.g. photocopier, digital camera Be able to operate equipment (eg hoists) Have good communication and listening skills Able to take direction but also take initiative when required Have experience of working (paid or unpaid) with children of appropriate age range though no previous experience of work as a TA required Able to relate well to children and adults Can solve straightforward problems and respond to unforeseen circumstances (eg hazards, accidents etc) This job description does not form part of the contract of employment. The job description will be reviewed at least once a year and it may be subjected to modification or amendment at any time after consultation with the holder of the post. If you feel that you could bring further impetus to our drive to improve the provision for our students and have the necessary energy, enthusiasm, and sense of humour to take us forward in this exciting curriculum area then please get in touch. To arrange a visit to school or for an informal discussion with the Headteacher, please call Valerie Moody, Operations Manager, on 01788 816820 or email; vmoody@triumphlearning.org This job description is current at the date shown but in consultation with the post holder may be changed by the Headteacher to reflect or anticipate changes in the job commensurate with the grade and job title. We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time Triumph Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding children; successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. TLT is always happy to receive speculative applications from excellent teachers and support staff. The school will endeavour to make any necessary reasonable adjustments to the job and the working environment to enable access to employment opportunities for disabled job applicants or continued employment for any employee who develops a disabling condition.