KEY RESULT AREA MEASURES OF PERFORMANCE
Teaching and learning
§ Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction and guidance of the Class Teacher and Head of TA.
§ Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Programmes for students, help monitor their progress and feedback to the form Teacher and Head of TA .
§ Provide support for individuals and groups of students inside and outside the classroom
§ Undertake some teaching tasks with groups of students following plans as prepared by teachers
§ Assist class teachers in assessment and record keeping
§ Support students with emotional/behavioural issues and help develop their social and personal skills
§ To encourage and support the skills of independence and self reliance
§ Undertake routine tasks to support the curriculum and assist with events e.g outings, field trips and take responsibility for a group under the supervision of the teacher
§ Provide feedback to students in relation to progress and achievement under the guidance of the teacher
§ Provide feedback to teachers through verbal or written notes
§ Prepare resources and materials for new student arriving in school throughout the academic year
§ Support the teacher in creating a positive learning environment
§ Increased student/teacher/ parent satisfaction regarding class support

§ Administrative/additional duties
§ Photocopying and creating resources in order to support learning and teaching
§ Present displays of students' work
§ Assist in classroom preparation and clearing up
§ Assist with supervising students during break and lunch times as per the school timetable
§ As appropriate, look after sick/hurt/upset students and attend to physical needs where appropriate
§ Undertake bus supervision duties under the direction of school administrative staff§ Increased student/teacher/ parent satisfaction regarding class support
§ Increased parent satisfaction regarding school bus service.
§ Support for the school
§ To fully support the aims and ethos of the school
§ Support fellow professionals
§ Attend team and staff meetings where necessary
§ Follow agreed policies and procedures
§ Work to maintain positive relationships with parents and the local community
§ Be proactive in matters relating to health and safety
§ Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance
§ Attend relevant training activities where required
§ Where appropriate assist with the supervision of students outside lesson times
§ Where required, to attend and contribute to meetings regarding individual students
§ The TA will be expected to undertake other duties and responsibilities that the Principal or SLT may request from time to time.§ Increased student/ parent satisfaction with the school

Personal Development
§ Continual development through the identification and implementation of your own Personal Development Plan§ Improved performance
§ Performance appraisal
§ Personal Development Plan

OTHER
§ Promote and adhere to the Company Vision and Values:
§ Opportunity - For us, opportunities need to be meaningful, about achieving potential and making progress.
§ Impact - For us, impact is about making a difference. It needs to be immediate, positive and lasting.
§ Leadership - For us, leadership is about considering the team’s needs as well as your own, setting inspiring examples, being supportive and showing real accountability and responsibility.
§ Respect - For us, respect is about listening, being inclusive, showing tolerance and getting the little things right
§ All staff are required to manage effective personal development as part of the Company’s commitment to invest in staff as the key resource in the organisation
§ Each individual must ensure that they meet their statutory responsibilities and Company policies with regard to Health and Safety, Equal Opportunities and other relevant legislation
§ Any other appropriate duties as allocated by the Chief Executive Officer
§ Valued member of the team and organisation

Qualifications/Training
§ College’s Degree or above (preferably in Education, English etc)Essential
Experience / Knowledge
§ Practical knowledge of equipment, including IT equipment where appropriate, to support learning in a variety of lessons and learning environments either on a one-to-one basis or small groups, under the direction and supervision of the teacherEssential
§ Ability to recognise changes in students' behaviour and report to the teacherEssential
§ Ability to complete straightforward paperwork e.g. incident report formEssential
§ Ability to communicate clearly with students and othersEssential
§ Ability to explain straightforward tasks and activities to students under the direction of the teacher.Essential
§ Ability to follow written and verbal instructionsEssential
§ Ability to work with small groups of students carrying out specific tasks or on field trips etcEssential
§ Ability to make straightforward decisions on when to refer queries/problems to another member of staff
§ Ability to manage students’ behaviour on the bus journey and deal with emergency and other unforeseen situation. Essential
Skills
§ Use of keyboard and mouse may be required if supporting students using IT equipmentEssential
§ Use of paper cutter, craft knives, glue guns etc when displaying work or helping pupils in practical lessonsEssential
Personal Attributes
§ High levels of personal integrity.Essential
§ Excellent organisational and time-management skillsEssential
§ Attention to detailEssential
§ Ability to work under pressure and remain calmEssential
§ Willingness to take on multiple tasksEssential
§ Proactive and able to prompt others to ensure deadlines are achievedEssential
§ Self-motivated and enthusiasticEssential
§ Ability to work independentlyEssential
§ Continually strive for improvementEssential
§ AdaptabilityEssential