Job Description

At Merefield School, we believe that it is every child's entitlement to achieve all that they are

capable of achieving. We will strive to create opportunities for all our pupils to shine, to show us

what they can do and hopefully to surprise themselves by discovering new talents and abilities.

Merefield School is built on shared values of respect, fairness and hard work.

We have the highest possible expectations for all our children and young people and through

providing the appropriate care, support and challenge, seek to help every child to meet them.

We want all our pupils to aspire to be the best that they can be and to discover more in themselves

than they thought possible. We offer a rich and varied curriculum to cater for the wide variety of

interests and needs within the school, which promotes independence, self esteem and achievement

for all.

You would be joining the Southport Learning Trust, a family of nine schools which includes six

secondary schools and two primary schools in the locality. Schools in our Trust include Birkdale High

School, Bedford Primary School, Greenbank High School, Kew Woods Primary School, Maghull High

School, Merefield School, Meols Cop High School, Range High School and Stanley High School.

Being part of a Trust would give you the opportunity to share and be involved in developing practice

across multiple schools. You would benefit from an excellent Employee Assistance Programme and a

commitment to your well-being and professional development

Duties

Support for the Pupils

Establish good working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model Be aware of and respond appropriately to individual pupil needs ensuring effective interaction Provide specific support to pupils dependent upon their individual needs ensuring their safety whilst supporting access to learning activities. Promote inclusion and acceptance of all pupils. Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher. Promote self-esteem and independence. Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under the guidance and direction of the teacher. Provide additional support for individual pupils enabling them to maintain their access to learning, this will include personal care, pastoral support, and using specialist equipment to support pupil's mobility. Pastoral Care - follow individual personal care plan, which includes toileting,dressing/undressing, washing, teeth cleaning and any other individual pupil/students' needs. Pastoral Support - to support individual behaviour plans, social, emotional, wellbeing programs and any other pupil/students' needs including supporting pupils with challenging behaviour. Specialist Equipment - to use specialist equipment to support pupil's mobility/therapy such as standing frames, side lyers, walkers, hoists and any other individual pupil/students' needs. Assisted Feeding - to provide support for students/pupils in their eating and drinking plans using specialist equipment such as Peg feeding, pump feeding and any other specialist equipment needed to support individual students/pupils. Medical Needs - willingness to support student/pupils individual medical needs providing such support as suctioning, administering emergency rescue medication, following appropriate training, and any other specific individual requirements

Support for the Teacher

Provide minimal clerical / administration support (e.g. photocopying, typing, filing,
collecting money, etc.)

Contribute to the creation of specialist resources e.g. visual supports for individuals / groups of pupils, which meet the needs of the pupils Assist with the display of children's work. Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment, in accordance with lesson plans.In liaison with the teacher, utilise strategies to support pupils in achieving learning goals. Report pupil achievements, progress and issues as appropriate in agreed format. Undertake pupil record keeping as requested. Administer routine primary tests and invigilate exams. Promote good pupil behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents and encouraging pupils to take responsibility for their own behaviour in line with established school policy. Establish constructive relationships with parents / carers.

Support for the Curriculum

Provide minimal clerical / administration support (e.g. photocopying, typing, filing,
collecting money, etc.)

Contribute to the creation of specialist resources e.g. visual supports for individuals / groups of pupils, which meet the needs of the pupils Assist with the display of children's work. Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment, in accordance with lesson plans. In liaison with the teacher, utilise strategies to support pupils in achieving learning goals. Report pupil achievements, progress and issues as appropriate in agreed format. Undertake pupil record keeping as requested. Administer routine primary tests and invigilate exams. Promote good pupil behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents and encouraging pupils to take responsibility for their own behaviour in line with established school policy. Establish constructive relationships with parents / carers

Support for the School

Be aware of and comply with school policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection. Report all concerns to the appropriate person (as named in the policy concerned). Be aware of and support differences and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop. Contribute to the school ethos, aims and development / improvement plan. Appreciate and support the role of other professionals. Attend relevant meetings as required. Participate in training and other learning activities as required. To lead on clubs/activities within working hours to enhance the learning experience of the students/pupils as directed by Headteacher. Accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities as required. Supporting pupils on an individual basis as required at out of school activities i.e. work experience, college links and other off-site activities
The post holder may reasonably be expected to undertake other duties commensurate

with the level of responsibility that may be allocated.

Skills

A

bility to work effectively within a team environment, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities Ability to build effective working relationships with all pupils and colleagues Ability to promote a positive ethos and role model positive attributes Good personal numeracy and literacy skills

Knowledge

General understanding of national curriculum and other basic learning programmes/techniques (within SEN sector, working with young people who have significant Special Educational Needs.) General awareness of inclusion, especially within a school setting Effective use of ICT to support learning

Qualifications and training

Minimum 2 years experience of working with and/or caring for children within specified age range/subject area or NVQ II or equivalent in teaching assistance Requirement to complete DfES Teacher Assistant Induction Programme Willingness to participate in relevant training and development opportunities GCSE grade C/OLEVEL/L2 qualification in Maths and English Willingness to support pupils during swimming sessions Displays commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children and young people. Has up to date knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance in relation to working with, and the protection of, children and young people.

Professional values and practice

High expectations of all pupils; respect for their social, cultural, linguistic, religious and ethnic backgrounds; and commitment to raising their educational achievements Ability to build and maintain successful relationships with pupils, treat them consistently, with respect and consideration, and demonstrate concern for their development as learners Demonstrate and promote the positive value, attitudes and behaviour they expect from the pupils with whom they work Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, and carry out role effectively, knowing when to seek help and advice Able to liaise sensitively and effectively with parents and carers, recognising role in pupils learning Able to improve their own practice through observations, evaluation and discussion with colleagues
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 27,771.00 per year

Benefits:

On-site parking
Work Location: In person