About this role
To supervise and support pupils ensuring their safety and access to learning
To establish good relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and being aware of and responding appropriately to individual needs.
To promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils
To encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher
To encourage pupils to act independently as appropriate
To prepare classroom as directed for lessons and clear afterwards and assist with the display of pupil’s work.
To be aware of pupil problems/progress/achievements and report to the teacher as agreed.
To undertake pupil record keeping as requested
To support the teacher in managing pupil behaviour, reporting difficulties as appropriate
To gather/report information from/to parents/carers as directed
To provide clerical/admin. support - photocopying, typing, filing, collecting money etc.
To support pupils to understand instructions
To support pupils in respect of local and national learning strategies - literacy, numeracy, KS3, early years, as directed by the teacher
To support pupils in using basic ICT as directed
To prepare and maintain equipment/resources as directed by the teacher and assist pupils in their use.
To 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.
To be aware of and support difference and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop.
To contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school
To appreciate and support the role of other professionals
To attend relevant meetings as required
To participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required.
To assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times, including before and after school and at lunchtimes.
To accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities as required.
To ensure promotion and support of Equal Opportunities and Health & Safety
To undertake any other duties that are commensurate with the post