Teaching Assistant

At Dunn Street Primary, we strive to deliver an outstanding education which will change and improve the lives of pupils in our care. We believe that every child really does matter and to ensure each child reaches their full potential, we give them the opportunities and experiences to enjoy and achieve, in a safe and healthy environment. Applicants for the post must be motivated and suitably qualified (at least NVQ level 3 qualification or equivalent) and must have a good understanding of primary education. At Dunn Street Primary, we expect all staff to: Have high aspirations for, and care passionately about, all children Secure excellent educational outcomes for all pupils Be hard working, ambitious and be prepared to go the extra mile Show empathy with children recognising their individual needs and achievements Tyne and Wear Learning Trust is constantly striving to give pupils the best possible school experience. All schools in the Trust have been judged to be an ‘Outstanding’ or ‘Good’ school by Ofsted, therefore, the successful applicant will need to be a committed and innovative person who can maintain high standards.

Purpose of Job To support and assist teachers as part of a professional team to contribute to raising standards of pupils' achievement and to undertake a range of care, learning and support activities under the professional direction and supervision of qualified teachers and/or senior colleagues, in line with the school's policies and procedures. Key Duties and Responsibilities 1. Provide support to pupils. You will:. Provide supervision and targeted support for pupils, including those with special educational needs, ensuring their safety, wellbeing, and full access to learning activities. Support pupils’ personal care and welfare needs, implementing agreed programmes relating to social, health, physical, hygiene, first aid, and emotional wellbeing. Contribute to the development and delivery of Individual Education Plans (IEPs), Behaviour Support Plans, and Personal Care programmes, under the direction of the teacher and SENCo. Build positive, supportive relationships with pupils, responding sensitively to their individual needs and promoting emotional security and confidence. Promote inclusion and equality of opportunity, ensuring all pupils feel valued, supported, and able to participate fully in school life. Encourage positive interaction with peers and support pupils’ engagement in teacher-led and independent learning activities. Set high but realistic expectations for pupils, fostering self-esteem, resilience, and increasing independence. Provide constructive feedback to pupils on their progress and achievements, in line with teacher guidance. Deliver targeted 1:1 support and mentoring for pupils requiring additional or specialist intervention. Lead small group learning activities as part of agreed teaching programmes, reinforcing and extending classroom learning. Support enrichment and de