Teaching Assistant Teacher of Humanities

Duties and Responsibilities associated with the post include:

Assist the class teacher with daily classroom activities
Work with individual pupils
Help with the preparation, planning and resourcing of lessons.
Lead and plan for small groups in for example phonics/spellings, reading, writing, Numeracy.
Give regular feedback on the pupils to the class teacher.
Ensure specific materials and supplies are ready for teacher, classroom use.
Prepare instructional materials and displays as instructed.
Maintain safety in the classroom.
Perform necessary clerical duties for example photocopying, laminating and filing.
Assist with operation of equipment for example computer, audio-visual, iPads.
Carry out instructional exercises assigned by the class teacher to work with pupils of differing abilities.
Monitor pupil behaviour and encourage positive behaviour management.
Supervise the class in the absence of the class teacher.
Be flexible when asked to cover in other year groups (Year 1 – Year 4)
Help to supervise playtime both in and outside the classroom.
Help to supervise changing for PE and Swimming.
Accompany school trips when required.
Listen to pupils read regularly and note down purposeful comments
Assist with class assemblies and school plays
Help in the classroom at break and lunchtimes
Ensure classroom displays and the classroom is ready to receive pupils
Accompany classes to specialist lessons
Lead afternoon activities when required
Create a safe and stimulating learning environment
Work collaboratively with other TAs and CAs
Take part in ongoing school training
Be involved in any other duties as may be assigned from time to time and which are
reasonably within your contract of employment
Attend meetings

The teacher needs to:

Be a fully qualified and experienced teacher with a valid TSC number
Be able to build good relationships with pupils, parents and families
Be able to build good relationships with colleagues
Be able to use initiative, show flexibility and be adaptable
Be pro-active as a part of The Banda School staff team and possess the desire to be fully involved in all aspects of life in a leading preparatory school
Be punctual and use preparation time appropriately
Be a good communicator with adults and children
Show good organisational skills
Show a competent level of written English
If possible, be able to use ICT in teaching. Familiarity with using interactive screens and iPads is an advantage
Present a clean Police Clearance Certificate
Safeguard and promote the welfare of the pupils

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A completed Application Form and Covering Letter should be sent to applications@bandaschool.com.  All applications should reach the Headmaster by Friday 28th February 2025 latest. 

Apply via :

applications@bandaschool.com