Teaching Assistant

The school is seeking to appoint a dedicated and committed candidate to support students and teachers across the curriculum. As a Teaching Assistant, you will be passionate about helping pupils engage with their learning, develop key skills, and overcome barriers in the classroom. You will work closely with teaching staff to encourage, motivate, and guide students toward achieving their full potential, with a core focus on accelerating student progress and supporting overall attainment.,

• Demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to support the work of
the teacher and increase achievement of all pupils including, where appropriate, those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
• Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning and extra curricular
activities.
• Support the teaching of a broad and balanced curriculum aimed at pupils achieving their full potential in all areas of
learning.
• Use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school's policy and procedures.
• Support class teachers with maintaining good order and discipline among pupils, managing behaviour effectively to ensure a good
and safe learning environment.
• Contribute to effective assessment and planning by supporting the monitoring, recording and reporting of pupil performance and
progress as appropriate to the level of the role.
• Communicate effectively with other staff members and pupils, and with parents and carers under the direction of the class
teacher.
• Communicate the knowledge and understanding of pupils to other school staff and education, health and social care
  
  The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the country's largest and most established multi-academy trusts. Dedicated to
investing in its people, TKAT provides high-quality training, career progression, and a collaborative network of professional support where staff are empowered to make a real difference. As part of the Trust, Welling School is a welcoming, ambitious 11-18 secondary school serving over 1,000 students across Bexley. Supported by excellent facilities, the school delivers a broad Key Stage 3-5 curriculum and a thriving sixth form, fostering an inclusive, supportive community where young people are inspired to, At Kemnal, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward. Access to interview

professionals, so that informed decision making can take place on intervention and provision. As part of Kemnal Academies Trust, our colleagues enjoy:
• Access to a wide range of resources, training, and best practice across the Trust
• Supportive, forward-thinking leadership with a focus on continuous improvement
• Generous Pension Scheme: Significant employer contributions to support your long-term financial wellbeing
• Wellbeing Support: Access to a wellbeing app and an expert-led Eight-Week Mindfulness Programme
• Family Friendly Leave: Policies designed to support work-life balance and caring responsibilities
• Tailored CPD: Ongoing professional development to support your teaching practice and career progression, commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and
barring service check. Flexible working We recognise the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. We promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance. Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging