Functional Skill Tutor

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our educational team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with children and a commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment. This role is essential in assisting teachers in delivering high-quality education and providing individualised support to students, particularly those with special educational needs.

Duties and responsibilities

Teaching and learning

• Demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to support the work of the teacher and increase achievement of all pupils including, where appropriate, those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
• Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning and extracurricular activities
• Support the teaching of a broad and balanced curriculum aimed at pupils achieving their full potential in all areas of learning
• Use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school's policy and procedures
• Support class teachers with maintaining good order and discipline among pupils, managing behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment
• Organise and manage teaching space and resources to help maintain a stimulating and safe learning environment
• Observe pupil performance and pass observations on to the class teacher
• Supervise a class if the teacher is temporarily unavailable
• Use ICT skills to advance pupils' learning
• Undertake any other relevant duties given by the class teacher
• To lead class teaching (under supervision) for Level 1&2 functional skills as and when appropriate
• Direct the work, where relevant, of other adults in supporting learning

Planning

• Contribute to effective assessment and planning by supporting the monitoring, recording and reporting of pupil performance and progress as appropriate to the level of the role
• Read and understand lesson plans shared prior to lessons,
• Prepare the classroom for lessons
• Use their area(s) of expertise to contribute to the planning and preparation of learning activities, and to plan their role in learning activities
• Use allocated time to devise clearly structured activities that interest and motivate learners and advance their learning
• Plan how they will support the inclusion of pupils in the learning activities

Working with staff, parents/carers and relevant professionals

Communicate effectively with other staff members and pupils, and with parents and carers under the direction of the class teacher

Communicate their knowledge and understanding of pupils to other school staff and education, health and social care professionals, so that informed decision making can take place on intervention and provision

Contribute to meetings with parents and carers by providing feedback on pupil progress, attainment and barriers to learning, as directed by teachers

With the class teacher, keep other professionals accurately informed of performance and progress, or concerns they may have about the pupils they work with

Understand their role in order to be able to work collaboratively with classroom teachers and other colleagues, including specialist advisory teachers

Collaborate and work with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and beyond the school

Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues

This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young learners while working within a supportive team environment.

Why Join Us? We value our staff and offer:

• A Supportive Team Environment: Work with a team that encourages growth and collaboration.
• A Safe, Engaging Workplace: Enjoy working in a space that is both attractive and supportive of learning.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £24,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Special education: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person