About this role
As a Student Support Assistant at St Francis, you will play a vital role in our vibrant community by working alongside our dedicated teaching team and SEND Co-ordinator to ensure every student can access, enjoy, and thrive in their learning. In this rewarding position, you will help manage dynamic classrooms, champion full inclusion, and empower students to build independence, confidence, and strong social skills. By supporting the delivery of key curriculum areas like literacy, numeracy, and ICT, you will directly contribute to our school's positive ethos while maintaining a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where all students can reach their full potential.
Job Description
Duties & Responsibilities
Support for students
Supervise and support students, ensuring their safety and access to learningEstablish good relationships with students, acting as a role model and responding appropriately to individual needsPromote the inclusion and acceptance of all studentsEncourage students to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacherEncourage students to act independently as appropriateBe aware of student problems/progress/achievements and report to the Teacher/Curriculum Leader/SEND Co-ordinatorUndertake student record keeping as requestedWork co-operatively to deliver materials to identified studentsSupport students to understand instructionsSupport students in respect of local and national learning strategies, e.g. literacy, numeracy, KS3 and KS4 as directed by the TeacherSupport students in using basic ICT as directedAssist at lunchtime Homework Club/student social support sessions as necessary
Support for the Teacher
Support for the Curriculum
Support for the School
Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to Child Protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protectionBe aware of and support difference and ensure all students have equal access to opportunities to learn and developContribute to the overall ethos/aims of the schoolSupport the role of other professionalsAttend relevant meetings as requiredAssist with the supervision of students at lunchtimesAccompany teaching staff and students on visits, trips and out of school activities as requiredParticipate in training and other learning activities and performance development as requiredKeep a CPD file