Job Description

Main Purpose of the Role:

As part of a multi-disciplinary team under the leadership and supervision of the teacher and senior staff, you will work with individuals and groups, including those with SEN, to supervise their physical and general care. Additionally, you will support pupils' access to learning and provide general assistance in managing the classroom.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks:

Support for Pupils

Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly, and supportive environment in line with lesson plans. Use strategies, in liaison with the teacher, to help pupils achieve learning goals. Implement structured learning activities under the teacher's guidance. Monitor pupils' responses to learning activities and accurately record their achievements and progress. Provide detailed and regular feedback to teachers on pupils' achievements, progress, and any issues. Promote good pupil behaviour, promptly addressing conflicts and incidents in line with established policies and encourage pupils to take responsibility for their behaviour. Establish constructive and supportive relationships with parents/carers and pupils. Undertake routine marking of pupils' work and occasionally administer routine tests.

Support for the Curriculum

Undertake structured and agreed learning activities/teaching programs, adjusting activities based on pupil responses. Support the use of ICT in learning activities and help develop pupils' competence and independence in its use. Prepare, maintain, and use equipment/resources required for lesson plans and relevant learning activities, assisting pupils in their use. Adapt planned learning activities as needed to ensure pupil success.

Support for the School

Comply with school policies and procedures, including those related to safeguarding, health and safety, and data protection. Maintain confidentiality regarding pupil and school matters. Promote equality and diversity, ensuring all pupils have access to learning opportunities. Contribute to the school's ethos and aims, supporting colleagues and attending relevant meetings.

Essential Knowledge & Experience

Relate well to both children and adults. Handle interactions with tact and sensitivity. Understand school procedures for first aid and medical emergencies. Work effectively as part of a team, understanding school roles and responsibilities. Have general experience in supervising children. Experience working with or caring for pupils of the relevant age, preferably with SEND needs Ability to work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities. Strong interpersonal skills to relate well to both children and adults.

Skills & Abilities

Strong numeracy and literacy skills. Effective use of ICT to support learning. Proficiency with equipment technology, such as interactive whiteboards and photocopiers. Knowledge of relevant policies, codes of practice, and legislation. Basic understanding of child development and learning. Ability to self-evaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities.

Personal Qualities

Possess good organizational and timekeeping skills. Use initiative and make decisions in collaboration with your line manager. Be motivated to develop your own practice. Be perceptive and sensitive to the needs of others. Have a good sense of humour. Show resilience.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,221.00-29,025.00 per year

Expected hours: No more than 25 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount
Work Location: In person