Job Description
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The Headteacher of Richmond Avenue Primary and Nursery School and the CEO of SECAT are seeking to appoint a Cover Supervisor. Experience of working in schools as a Learning Support Assistant or Higher Level Teaching Assistant in more than one year group is essential. Experience of covering classes is desirable.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Supporting and Leading Learning -
- To work alongside teachers to support pupils in their learning and progress across all curriculum areas
- To lead classes and groups of children as directed to ensure pupils needs are met and learning can take place
- To, at times, be responsible for the delivery of specific learning objectives and activities to classes, adjusting teaching to meet the needs of individuals where necessary
- To work with individuals or small groups of children at the direction of teaching staff and leadership
- To ensure there is an understanding of the specific needs of pupils within the classes and year groups
- To interact with and support pupils according to individual needs, ensuring appropriate resources / methods are selected to facilitate learning activities
- To establish a supportive relationship with pupils, in a range of formal and informal contexts
- To provide regular feedback to pupils and staff both verbally and in line with the school's Feedback & Marking policy (this includes the expectation to mark books after delivering teaching sessions)
- To assist with escorting, supervising and supporting pupils on educational visits
- To teach and promote positive pupil behaviour in line with school policies and procedures.
Individual Pupil Needs -
- To be involved with planning, organising and implementing intervention / ISP / EHCP support for individual pupils
- To feedback to class teachers / SENCo / SLT on the progress of children, keeping computerised records and completing school paperwork accurately
- To promote the inclusion and acceptance of pupils with any SEND ensuring they have access to learning both in and out of the classroom
- To attend to pupils' personal needs, including help with social, welfare and health matters and minor first aid
- To assist pupils at the start and end of day and on the playground / field as required.
Information about the School
Richmond Avenue Primary and Nursery School is situated in Shoeburyness, Essex. The school was built in 1903, and still maintains many of its original features. We are very proud of our school and the people within our community. Our aim is to create a rich learning environment, enabling every pupil to fulfil his or her potential. We are committed to the highest possible educational standards, with an equal passion for the personal growth and development of each pupil.
As part of SECAT, we offer our staff excellent CPD opportunities and support through our network of experienced professionals, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Applications are invited from candidates who have excellent skills and the dedication and enthusiasm to be part of a thoroughly committed team.
Our school benefits from wonderful children, engaged parents and a supportive working environment.
The school has a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.