About this role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our support team. We are looking for someone who is committed to improving the outcomes of all children. Previous experience working with children in a school, preferably in a similar role is desirable. A commitment to working collaboratively with all members of our school community is essential.
Responsibilities:
To support the classroom teacher with their responsibility for the development and education of all pupils.
To support pupils in their learning. This may be supporting the whole class, small groups or individual pupils with Learning Support plans or EHCP’s where a greater level of support is required.
To assist in development of pupils’ learning, the provision of care and the management of pupils’ behaviour under the guidance of teaching staff/senior colleagues
Personnel Specification:
Essential
Desirable
Experience
The successful candidate will have experience of:
working with or caring for children of a relevant ageworking with children with SEND
Knowledge and skills
The successful candidate will be have:
an effective use of ICT to support learninga general understanding of national/foundation stage curriculum and other basic learning programmes/ strategiesa basic understanding of child development and learningthe ability to relate well to children and adultsthe ability to work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and your own position within thesethe ability to work with pupils and their families in a sensitive and positive waythe ability to demonstrate excellent communication, planning and organisational skillsSome knowledge of the Primary curriculum
Personal qualities
The successful candidate will have:
a calm and caring natureexcellent verbal and written communication skillsexcellent time management and organisational skillsa flexible approach towards working practiceshigh expectations of self and professional standardsthe ability to work as both part of a team and independentlythe ability to maintain successful working relationships with other colleagueshigh levels of drive, energy and integrity.
The successful candidate will be:
committed to promoting high-quality care of childrencommitted to playing an active role in children’s progress and developmentdedicated to promoting their professional developmentable to plan and take control of situationscommitted to contributing to the whole school and its communitycapable of handling a demanding workload and successfully prioritising workprofessionally assertive and clear thinking.
Establish constructive relationships with pupils and interact with them according to individual needs
Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils
Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher
Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under guidance of the teacher
Set challenging and demanding expectations and promote self-esteem and independence
Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment, in accordance with lesson plans and assist with the display of pupils’ work
Use strategies, in liaison with the teacher, to support pupils to achieve learning goals
Assist with the planning of learning activities
Monitor pupils’ responses to learning activities and accurately record achievement/progress as directed
Provide detailed and regular feedback to teachers on pupils’ achievement, progress, problems etc.
Promote good pupil behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents in line with established policy and encourage pupils to take responsibility for their own behaviour
Support teaching /senior staff with routine administration, e.g. photocopying, typing, filing, etc
Establish constructive relationships with parents/carers
Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.
Be aware of and support difference to ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop.
Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school
Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required.
Accompany teaching staff and pupils on educational visits, trips and out of school activities as required and take responsibility for a group under the supervision of the teacher.