Teaching Assistant

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are a duel site school.

Primary School,St Margaret’s Crescent, PutneySW15 6HL

Secondary School & Sixth Form,Broadwater Road, TootingSW17 0DZ

Purpose of Job

Responsible, under the direction or instruction of the Class Teacher or Head of School, to work as part of a

team to assist individual pupils or small groups of pupils with their learning who have moderate and/or severe

learning difficulties and/or complex needs. To support access to learning for pupils and provide general

support to the Class Teacher in the management of pupils in the classroom

Main Responsibilities

To work under the guidance of the Class Teacher in the performance of all general duties associated with

assisting pupils within the classroom setting. This will include helping with supervision of academic work such

as reading, writing and number work, telling stories, assist with craftwork, general cleaning up and practical

classroom organisation. Work may be carried out in the classroom or outside the main teaching area under

the guidance of teaching staff.

Vision, Values and Contributions to the School

 Contribute to the overall vision and values of the school;

 To work cooperatively as a part of a team for the benefit of the pupils in the class;

 Participate in the school’s induction programme and other learning activities and performance

development, as required;

 Appreciate and support the role of other professionals;

Welfare and Safeguarding

 To be fully aware and understand the duties and responsibilities arising from the Children Act 2004

and Working Together in relation to child protection and safeguarding children and young people as

this applies to the employee’s role within the school;

 To be fully aware of the principles of safeguarding as they apply to vulnerable pupils in relation to the

employee’s role;

 Supervise and support pupils ensuring their safety and access to learning;

What the school offers its staff

Paddock is a special place where we put pupil’s interests first in everything we do. We are an Ofsted outstanding and innovative split site special school for pupils aged 4 – 19 with severe learning difficulties. Most of our children also have a diagnosis of autism.

We pride ourselves on the warm, nurturing culture of the school, and staff share a deep commitment to supporting the individual needs of our pupils. Every pupil here is known, understood and nurtured.

Our valued staff are exceptional practitioners who work as part of an extensive multi-disciplinary team of specialists to plan and deliver highly personalised learning opportunities that make learning fun, meaningful and engaging for our pupils.

Our reputation is founded on our high standards, and maintained by our caring, dedicated staff, who create a nurturing and inspirational atmosphere throughout the school. The whole team is enthusiastic and united in their desire to prepare pupils for life beyond Paddock.

To work at Paddock, where the focus is on providing outstanding support and education for pupils with severe learning difficulties and autism, there are several qualities and attributes that are highly valued:

• Team Player
• Compassion and Empathy
• Keen to contribute to school life
• Commitment to putting pupils first and helping them to reach their potential
• Life Long Learning
• Resilience
• Celebrate Learning
• Strong work ethic

We offer:

• Highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to employee wellbeing scheme
• School Direct routes into teaching
• Opportunities for promotion within the school
• Cycle 2 Work
• Smart Schools Benefits (which include Lifestyle Savings, Wellness support, saving scheme for everyday expenses)

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Please note that we do not accept CVs.