To work under the instruction/guidance of the teacher/SENCo to support individual pupils with special education needs
(SEN).
To provide learning and care support to enable pupils to work towards outcomes on their education and health care plan (EHCP) / Support and Achievement Plan (SAP).
To work closely with the pupils’ teacher(s) to plan and deliver activities
To support the pupils with routines, transitions and emotional regulation
To provide general support to the teacher in the management of other pupils and the classroom.
This job falls within the definition of regulated activity – post holders will be required to have an Enhanced DBS check and
Barred List check.
Pupil support
Primarily to supervise and provide support for individual pupils to whom they are assigned, this may include working with other children in a small group, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities
Provide support at lunchtimes to ensure safe eating and enable pupils to access playtimes with their peers
Assist with the development and implementation of individual education/behaviour plans
Establish positive relationships with the pupils and interact with them according to individual needs
Support the pupils with their social, emotion and mental health needs and help promote their self esteem and sense of belonging
Demonstrate and promote the same positive values, attitudes and behaviour that are expected from all pupils
Promote and support the inclusion of all pupils in the learning activities in which they are involved
Encourage the pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher
Set challenging expectations and promote self-esteem and independence
Ensure that equal opportunities, bullying or harassment issues are dealt with appropriately as they arise in conjunction with the teacher
Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive learning environment, in accordance with lesson plans
Use strategies, in liaison with the teacher, to support pupils to achieve learning goals
Monitor pupil’s responses to learning activities and accurately record achievement/progress as directed
Provide regular and detailed feedback to teachers on pupil achievement, progress, problems, etc
Establish constructive relationships with parents/carers
Demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to support the work of the teacher(s) and increase the pupil’s achievement
Contribute to the planning of differentiated learning activities for the individual, delivering activities inside or outside the classroom
Support the teaching of a broad and balanced curriculum aimed at helping the pupil achieve their full potential in all areas of learning
Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of the pupil in learning and extracurricular activities
Use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school’s policy and procedures
Organise and manage teaching space and resources to help maintain a stimulating and safe learning environment
Use ICT skills to advance the pupil’s learning
Provide regular feedback to teachers on the pupil’s progress, attainment and barriers to learning through pupil observation
Monitor, record and report on progress and attainment
Read and understand lesson plans shared prior to lessons, if available
Conduct yourself in a way that supports the school’s Christian vision and values.
Promote the welfare of children and support the school in safeguarding children though child protection policies and procedures, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person
Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to security, confidentiality, and data protection
Be aware of and support difference and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop
Contribute to the overall work, ethos and aims of the school
Attend relevant meetings as required
Participate in training and other learning and development activities
Assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times, including lunchtime
Accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities as required
Seek help, advice or guidance as necessary
Comply with school health and safety policies, procedures and rules, taking reasonable care of self and others
Promote equality as an integral part of the role, treating everyone with fairness and dignity
Teacher support
Curriculum support
Support for the school
Any other duties which reasonably fall within the purpose of the post, and which may be allocated by the teacher, SENCo or headteacher.
DBS check
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