BSL Teaching Assistant

Job purpose

To work with children having special or particular needs, and/or groups of children as directed by the teacher. To provide support to the teacher across a range of child‑centred activities to promote child development and learning.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Act in accordance with school policies and procedures and relevant legislation, particularly in relation to child protection and behaviour management.
• Assist with the planning and preparation of activities, and in the delivery of local and national initiatives such as phonics.
• Participate in the preparation of the classroom.
• Monitor children’s needs and report these to a designated person.
• Keep records as required by the school.
• Promote development and learning (physical, emotional, educational and social). Foster growth, self‑esteem and independence, observe and record development.
• Support those with special needs.
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