At The Perse School (Singapore), we cultivate a happy and nurturing environment, inspiring students to develop a lifelong love of learning and prepare for a fulfilling and successful future.
To deliver on our mission of inspiring students to love learning, we embrace The Perse Way — a unique educational approach that places our values at the heart of everything we do. Developed over 400 years, The Perse Way guides us as we continually look forward, shaping an exceptional education for the future.
The Role
The Teaching Assistant (TA) plays a vital role in supporting the class or specialist teacher to enhance students' learning experiences and outcomes. Responsibilities include assisting with the delivery of the curriculum, monitoring pupil progress, and providing targeted support, particularly in core subjects such as Maths and English. The TA works closely with teachers to create an engaging and effective learning environment, ensuring that each student receives the attention they need to succeed.
Key Responsibilities
To Students:
- Work with groups of students alongside and under the direction of the lead teacher.
- Conduct guided reading sessions with learning objectives set by the teacher.
- Lead group activities during rotations/stations to support the main learning objectives across various curriculum areas.
- Oversee educational games or free play in Early Years and Primary settings.
- Provide assistance to individual students with additional needs, either within main activities or by working on specific IEP targets.
- Assist students in developing individual and collaborative study skills, including rephrasing instructions, reinterpretation, and applying behaviour management strategies.
- Accompany and supervise students as they transition between class and specialist lessons.
To Teachers:
- Prepare materials and activities for lessons, including laminating, photocopying, and setting up games, in line with lesson plans and learning objectives.
- Assist with organising the classroom and creating displays, such as preparing labels, signs, and other practical tasks to ensure a high-quality learning environment.
- Help with arranging classrooms before each term begins and dismantling and packing up at the end of the academic year.
- Take joint responsibility with the class teacher for the educational progress and well-being of every student in the class.
- Takes part in IEP conferences and reviews, working with parents, School Leadership, Inclusion Coordinators, and other professionals or stakeholders involved with the student.
Pastoral & Supervision:
- To take a proactive role in the pastoral life of the children in the school, working with teachers and senior leaders, promoting the general progress and wellbeing of all pupils in our care; participating in the reward and sanction of pupils, and implementing the School’s Behaviour and Discipline policy.
- Take responsibility for students' physical needs while encouraging their independence, such as assisting with changing for PE lessons or water play.
- Accompany students to the medical room and keep the class teacher informed of any accidents or illnesses.
- Carry out break and lunch duties according to the school duty rota.
- Perform bus duties following school guidelines for health and safety.
- Accompany teachers and students on educational outings.
Assessment & Reporting:
- Offer feedback to teachers on students' progress based on group work or informal observations, in Early Years and Primary settings.
- Assist the class teacher in uploading photos, videos, and information to the communication platform in accordance with school guidelines.
- Provide prompt and positive feedback to teachers regarding students' learning and achievements.
Job Requirements
Qualifications and Experience:
- Minimum Diploma holder or equivalent in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Counselling, Psychology or related field.
- Minimum 1 year work experience in a school setting.
Person Specification:
- Engaging Pleasant personality with excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills.
- Enthusiastic and mature individuals who enjoy working with students and teachers.
- Empathy for pupils, staff and the school community.
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team and also independently.
- The ability to work collaboratively and supportively with colleagues within school, and with parents.
- The ability to manage commitments and deadlines.
- ICT competence.
- A ‘can-do’ attitude and the adaptability needed to work in a fast pace school environment.
This position is intended to start on January 2025.
Disclaimer
The statements above outline the general nature and scope of work for individuals in this classification. They are not intended to be a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Personnel may be asked to perform tasks beyond their usual responsibilities as needed.
