Designated Teaching Assitant/ Nhân Viên Trợ Giảng

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Position: Designated Teaching Assistant (Support 1:1)
Reports to: Learning Support Teacher/ Class Teacher / Head TA / Head of Year
Working hours: From 8.00AM to 5.00PM, Monday through Friday
Expected starting date: 10 Nov 2026
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications through the school recruitment portal
JOB PURPOSE
We are seeking a resilient, compassionate and dedicated individual to join our team as an Individualised Support Teaching Assistant for a child with additional learning and behavioural support needs. In this role, you will work closely with the team and learning support teacher to provide tailored support and guidance to ensure the academic and social development of the student
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Collaborative Planning:
- Work closely with the classroom teacher and the special education team to understand the specific needs and goals of the assigned student.
- Attend planning meetings (Year Group + Learning Support) and contribute to the development of Individualised Education Plans (IEPs) and learning strategies for the assigned student.
2. General Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:
- Support the whole class during lessons, group activities, and classroom management.
- Assist the teacher in implementing lesson plans, preparing materials, and organising the classroom.
- Help create a positive and inclusive learning environment and classroom culture for all students.
- Provide additional support to students with diverse needs as necessary.
3. Monitoring and Observation:
- Continuously monitor the assigned student's progress and behaviour in the classroom. Be alert to signs that the student may need individualised support or intervention.
- Share observations and insights with the classroom teacher and special education team regularly.
4. Responsive Individualised Support:
- Be prepared to intervene individually with the assigned student when required, especially during moments of distress, confusion, or when the student's behaviour requires individual attention.
- Implement strategies outlined in the student's IEP to address specific needs or challenges.
- To be alert to the pastoral challenges of assisting a student with special educational needs. Maintain a demeanour of patience, empathy, calmness, and care, at all times, when helping the student.
5. Flexibility and Adaptability:
- Be flexible and ready to switch between the teaching assistant role and the designated adult role as the situation demands.
- Be responsive to the changing needs of the assigned student throughout the day.
6. Confidentiality and Respect:
- Respect the privacy and confidentiality of the assigned student and their family.
- Demonstrate empathy, respect, and understanding towards the student's individual needs and challenges.
7. Professional Development:
- Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities related to special education, classroom management, and best practices in teaching and supporting students with diverse needs.
- Set personal 'success factors' and submit to line-manager (Learning Support Teacher) for performance management review process.
8. Communication:
- Maintain open and effective communication with the classroom teacher, special education team, and other relevant staff members.
- Share relevant information about the student's progress and challenges in a timely manner.
EXPECTATIONS SPECIFIC TO THE ASSIGNED STUDENT IN YEAR 4
To encourage independence and instil good individual academic skills.
To assist the student in beginning his work.
To provide assistance and support for the student when required while still enabling him to work independently.
To facilitate opportunities for the student to calm down and regain his attitude for learning both within the classroom and away from the class as appropriate.
To always reinforce classroom expectations and praise positive behaviour.
To instruct, remind, and encourage the student toward classroom activities explicitly and frequently.