Teaching & Learning Assistant (Level 1) Person Specification Linked to TA1 Role Profile Essential (E) or Personal Attributes Desirable (D) Qualifications NVQ level 2 or equivalent recognised child care/ teaching and learning qualification E – GCSE in English and Maths or equivalent qualification. E Willingness to undertake appropriate first aid training. E Experience Working with small groups in a school setting E Working with primary aged children (4-11 year olds) E Working with KS2 pupils (9-11 year olds) D D Managing less structured situations (children at play) Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Ability to form good working relationships with children, parents and colleagues. E Ability to work as part of an effective team showing enthusiasm, adaptability and E flexibility. An understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities. E General knowledge of the primary national curriculum and other basic learning E programmes/techniques. Effective teaching and learning strategies E Ability to make effective use of ICT. E Knowledge and ability to positively and effectively manage the behaviour of pupils. E Ability to deal with common accidents & injuries. E Willingness to support the Christian values and Mission Statement of the school. E Other Good communication skills in English, both verbally and in written form. E Good time management and organisational skills E Self-confidence E Enthusiasm E Commitment E
Teaching & Learning Assistant (Level 1) Person Specification Linked to TA1 Role Profile Personal Attributes Essential (E) or Desirable (D) Qualifications NVQ level 2 or equivalent – recognised child care/ teaching and learning qualification E GCSE in English and Maths or equivalent qualification. E Willingness to undertake appropriate first aid training. E Experience Working with small groups in a school setting E Working with primary aged children (4-11 year olds) E Working with KS2 pupils (9-11 year olds) D Managing less structured situations (children at play) D Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Ability to form good working relationships with children, parents and colleagues. E Ability to work as part of an effective team showing enthusiasm, adaptability and flexibility. E An understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities. E General knowledge of the primary national curriculum and other basic learning programmes/techniques. E Effective teaching and learning strategies E Ability to make effective use of ICT. E Knowledge and ability to positively and effectively manage the behaviour of pupils. E Ability to deal with common accidents & injuries. E Willingness to support the Christian values and Mission Statement of the school. E Other Good communication skills in English, both verbally and in written form. Good time management and organisational skills Self-confidence Enthusiasm Commitment E E E E E
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