Teaching Assistant (APSA) – Pupil Specific

As an Achievement and Progress Support Assistant/Teaching Assistant (Pupil Specific), you will work with teachers to raise the learning and attainment of the pupil while also promoting their independence, self-esteem, and social inclusion. Salary: Scale C Point 5 £13.26/hour approx. £18,300/annum (FTE £25,583 based on a 37 hour week – please note salary will be pro rata) Hours: 30.92 hours/week - 39 weeks (term time plus one) Contact: Fixed term - Pupil specific This post is linked to the educational needs of a named student. The appointment is dependent on their continued attendance and may cease or be reviewed if the named student leaves the school Start Date: 01 Sept 2026 Purpose of the Job You will manage the provision of support for the student with Special Educational Needs implementing the strategies and advice included in the pupil’s Education, Health and Care Plan or Support Plan and contribute to termly and annual reviews.  You will deliver or facilitate interventions, as required. You will primarily support a specific pupil but might also support a variety of students with a range of needs, working across year groups and curriculum areas in the event of day to day changes with attendance. You will need to have good communication and interpersonal skills, the belief that all students, regardless of their personal circumstances can excel and the ability to set high expectations in order to motivate and inspire. You will demonstrate understanding of social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. Responsibilities, but not limited to: Personal and professional conduct APSAs should uphold public trust in the education profession by: ·        Having proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school in which they work as professional members of staff. ·        Demonstrating positive attitudes, values and behaviours to develop and sustain effective relationships with the school community. ·        Having regard for the need to safeguard pupils’ wellbeing by following relevant statutory guidance along with school policies and practice. ·        Upholding values consistent with those required from teachers by respecting individual differences and cultural diversity. Knowledge and understanding APSAs are expected to: ·        Acquire the appropriate skills, qualifications, and/or experience required for the teaching assistant role, with support from the school employer. ·        Demonstrate expertise and skills in understanding the needs of all pupils (including specialist expertise as appropriate) and know how to adapt and deliver support to meet individual needs. ·     &n