Job Introduction
At LAAT, we believe every one of our schools is a fantastic place to build a career. From recruitment onwards, we are committed to supporting you every step of the way.
Job Description – Teaching Assistant
The successful candidate will work with teachers to support teaching and learning, providing general and specific assistance to pupils and staff under the direction and supervision of the classroom teacher.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
Work with individuals or small groups of pupils in the classroom under the direct supervision of teaching staff and provide feedback to the teacher.
Support pupils to understand instructions and support independent learning and inclusion of all pupils.
Support the teacher in behaviour management and keeping pupils on task.
Support pupils in social and emotional well-being, reporting problems to the teacher as appropriate.
Prepare and clear up learning environment and resources, including photocopying, filing and the display and presentation of pupils’ work and contribute to maintaining a safe environment.
Teaching Assistants in this role may also undertake some, or all of the following;
Record pupil data as required.
Support children’s learning through play.
Assist with break-time supervision including facilitating games and activities.
Assist with escorting pupils on educational visits.
Support pupils in using ICT.
Invigilate exams and tests.
Assist pupils with eating, dressing and hygiene, as required, whilst encouraging independence.
Support pupils on a one-to-one basis in line with the requirements of an EHCP.
To present a positive personal image, contributing to a welcoming school environment which supports equal opportunities for all.
To perform, in accordance with any directions, which may reasonably be given to you by your Line Manager or Headteacher from time to time, such particular duties as may reasonably be assigned.
Job Description – Midday Supervisor Assistant
The successful candidate will work as part of a team monitoring pupil behaviour during the midday break and ensuring a safe and healthy environment.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
Supervise activities and maintain the health, safety, welfare, good conduct and safeguarding of pupils, during the midday break, having regard to special or additional needs.
Report incidents in line with the school policy.
Assist in the supervision of other activities during the break, to include setting out tables and storing lunchtime equipment.
Encourage pupils to select and eat healthy and balanced meals.
Clean up spillages of food or liquid during meal service.
Wipe down tables and clean dining areas between meals.
Support and encourage positive play and interactions, in line with the School Behaviour Policy.
Ensure that any incidents are reported to the right person and escalated as required.
For an informal discussion about the role, or to arrange a visit, please contact enquiries@stpeters.laat.co.uk.
To apply please go to https://thelaat.co.uk/opportunities/
Closing Date: 02/03/2026
Other
The duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive. The postholder may be required to undertake other duties that may be required from time to time within the general scope of the post. Any such duties should not substantially change the general character of the post. Duties and responsibilities outside of the general scope of this grade of post will be with the consent of the postholder.
The postholder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with LAAT Equal Opportunities policies.
The postholder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the LAAT Health and Safety policies and procedures.
All employees need to be aware of the possible abuse of children and vulnerable adults and if you are concerned you need to follow the Academies’ Safeguarding Policy. In addition, employees working with children have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of during their work.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will require the successful applicant to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
