Job Description

BYRCHALL HIGH SCHOOL

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Teaching Assistant

Salary:

G3/G4

At an exciting time in our journey towards outstanding, we are seeking a capable and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant. The ideal candidate will be comfortable in their communications with young people, model our values, and command pupils' respect and trust.

Full training will be given and previous experience in a school environment is not essential.

Key duties include

Support SEND students in lessons The supervision of students during lunchtime Promote good behaviour by acting as a good role model by following the school behaviour policy. Maintain the school ethos at all times.

Salary

: Salary scale Grade 3/4,

18,942(Full Time)/ 15,839 (Term Time) - 20,492 (Full Time)/ 17,134 (Term Time)

Start Date

: As soon as possible

Contract

: Permanent

Working Time

: 29.17 hours per week, term time

For enquires and further information, please e-mail: ahudson@byrchall.wigan.sch.uk

Application forms are available from the school website: www.byrchall.wigan.sch.uk

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, please email all applications to delkin@byrchall.wigan.sch.uk Early application is advised

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedure.

We strongly encourage all prospective applicants to browse our social media channels which provide an insight into school life.

MAIN PURPOSE

To provide support for students in lessons and at breaks and lunchtimes. This post contributes to continuous improvement in young people's learning experiences. You will set a positive personal example of a friendly and respectful conduct, and have a special regard for the development and needs of young people. Specifically as Teaching Assistant this will be achieved through excellent attendance, punctuality and acting as a good role model to students.

Job Purpose:

Under the direction of teaching/senior staff to undertake work/care/support programmes to enable access to learning for pupils and to assist the teacher in the management of pupils and classroom.

To give support for SEN pupils providing particular help for those students with learning difficulties and/or behavioural, social or physical disabilities, as required.

Line Management

Reporting to - SENDCO

Liaises with - Pupils, teachers, senior staff, visitors to the school

Liaising With

Headteacher, Senior Leadership Team, teachers and support staff, LA representatives, external agencies and parents.

Salary Scale

G3/G4

Working Time

29.17 hours per week, Term Time

DBS Disclosure Level

Enhanced

2. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The post holder will work across the school to support pupils in meeting their full academic potential by proactively engaging with pupils.

General

To supervise and provide particular support for pupils, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities.

To assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour Plans and Personal Care Programmes

To establish constructive relationships with pupils and interact with them according to individual needs.

To supervise students at break and lunchtime providing a safe, orderly environment for students.

To provide specialist support to students with barriers to learning on a one-to-one basis, in a small group or in or out of the classroom.

To promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils.

To encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher.

To provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under guidance of the teacher.

To undertake exam/test invigilation if required, including specialist support, ie. reading/scribing.

To provide clerical/admin support, for example photocopying, collection of money.

To assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times, including before and after school as may be reasonably directed.

3. HEALTH AND SAFETY

To undertake Health and Safety Training on areas within the designated work area

To participate in first aid training and provide first aid support as and when required.

4. PERSONAL QUALITIES

Work co-operatively with, and in support of all staff in school.

Be proactive and organised taking responsibility for completion of own workload.

Review and develop own professional practice, undertaking training as required.

Develop good working relations with other colleagues and promote a positive impression of the support services in all circumstances, identifying areas for improvement.

Positive demeanour.

5. SCHOOL ETHOS

Play a full part in the life of the school community, supporting its distinctive mission and ethos and encouraging staff and students to follow this example.

Support the school in meeting its legal requirements for worship.

Promote actively the school's corporate policies.

Comply with the school's health and safety policy and undertake risk assessments as appropriate.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 15,839.00 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Teaching Assistant July 2025