About this role
Essential Qualifications and Experience (Any marked * are desirable)
HLTA status or equivalent
GCSE Grade C or above or equivalent in Maths or English
Specialist Skills/Training in Curriculum or Learning e.g First Aid, Phonics*
Relevant Degree*
Understanding of how schools work – Key Stages, Assessment, SATS
At least 3 years’ experience working knowledge and experience of implementing the requirements, guidance and other relevant learning programme/strategies
Specific Skills
Ability to form and maintain appropriate professional relationships with children, teachers, support staff, parents/carers, governors, external professionals and agencies
Support for Pupils
Ability to assess the needs of children and use detailed knowledge and specialist skills to support their learning
Ability to organise and manage an appropriate learning environment and resources
Support for Teachers
Ability to plan challenging teaching and learning activities with the support from the teacher
Ability to monitor, assess and report on pupil performance and development
Ability to model exemplary practice in terms of inclusion and supporting children with special educational needs and their families
Support the Curriculum
Ability to prepare and use ICT resources effectively to support learning
Ability to deliver local and national strategies
Working knowledge of:
Intervention Strategies and Programmes*
SEND Code of Practice*
School/National Assessment Systems for Key Stage 2*
Communication
Excellent communication skills both written and spoken
Ability to liaise with parents, other professional and outside agencies
Professional Development
Constantly improve own practice/knowledge through self evaluation, appraisal and learning with/from others
Willingness to participate in all forms of professional development
Personal Qualities
Friendly, professional, smart and flexible
A commitment to improving the academic standards of all children
Commitment to equalities issues and to social inclusion
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to organise, lead and motivate others/a team
Ability to supervise/manage work/development of some other support staff, volunteers