Purpose of Job: To assist and support a pupil with SEN and general learning needs who has (a Statement of) Special Educational Needs.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Supporting the pupil:

• To provide learning support for the pupil in class or in withdrawal situations, either 1:1 or small groups.

• To develop knowledge of the particular needs of the child and seek advice from the Head of SEN, ClassTeacher/HouseMaster/Tutor, SEN teacher, teachers and other support staff.

• To aid access to the full range of learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom and provide modified materials as required, e.g. worksheets, games, visual prompt cards, etc.

• To make or modify resources as suggested and advised by the Head of SEN, ClassTeacher/HouseMaster/Tutor and Teachers.

• To be involved in the planning and preparation of the day-to-day class activities.

• To maintain an inclusive learning environment both in the classroom and outside.

• To support the pupil in the playground, being mindful of his/her health and safety in relation to his/her condition, and encouraging safe interactive play.

• Motivate and encourage the pupil to have a go at activities he/she may be unsure of.

• Provide positive reinforcements, praise and rewards.

• Provide support and facilitate inclusion and interaction with peers in the classroom and around school.

Supporting the Parents:

• (To report daily on pupil’s progress, behaviour, achievements and difficulties.)

• To have knowledge and understanding of the different social, cultural and physical needs of the pupil.

• To attend to external services when required by parents.

• To implement recommendations and strategies from external services provided by parents.

Supporting the Teachers and Head of SEN:

• To work as part of the team to ensure that the well-being and personal development of the pupil enhances his/her learning opportunities and life skills.

• To assist in the creation and delivery of the IEP on a daily basis to promote learning, behaviour and communication skills.

• To provide regular feedback to Teachers and Head of SEN about the pupil’s difficulties and progress.

• To keep a discrete profile during lessons as to not disturb other pupils’ learning and teachers’ explanations.

Supporting the School:

• To understand and apply the school policies.

• To maintain confidentiality and sensitivity to the pupil’s needs.

• To maintain confidentiality regarding all pupils at school.

PERSONAL SPECIFICATION

You will need to:

• Have experience of working with children in a school setting.

• Have GCSE, ‘O’ Level or equivalent qualifications in Maths and English.

• Have knowledge and understanding of the different social, cultural and physical needs of pupils.

• Have an interest in how children learn and behave.

• Provide appropriate role models of behaviour both in the classroom and around school.

• Care about children, in particularly those who find learning and managing their behaviour difficult.

• Have experience of helping children learn to read and write.

You must be able to:

• Undertake tasks under the direction of the Teachers, Head of SEN, Deputy Head or Head of School.

• Plan and prioritise tasks and work under the pressure of a busy school.

• Show initiative.

• Communicate effectively and appropriately to pupils with different abilities and ethnic backgrounds.

• Motivate pupils to learn.

• Motivate pupils to be sociable.

• Assist with the organisation of the learning environment.

• Maintain records of the pupils.

• Work effectively with other adults in the school and wider community.

• Be a responsible and trustworthy role model.

• Be patient with children who find conforming to rules and expectations difficult.

• Be patient, flexible and innovative with children who find learning new concepts and remembering taught concepts difficult.

• Respect and maintain confidentiality but have regard to the safeguarding protocols of information sharing where necessary.

• Be computer literate.

• Be able to carry out tasks and responsibilities as directed by the Head of School, Deputy Head, Head of SEN, Class Teacher/Tutor and Teachers.

• Attend training courses considered appropriate for the post.

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