The post holder will report to the Teacher / SENCO. Apart from other colleagues in the school, the main contacts of the job are; Principal, Vice and Assistant Principal, Teaching staff, other support staff and pupils.

Main Purpose of the Job

• To work under the guidance of the class teacher in the planning and implementation of work programmes with individuals or groups of pupils or the whole class to promote effective teaching and learning for pupils who have complex needs and multi barriers to learning.

• To provide general support to the class teacher in the management and organisation of the pupils and the classroom ensuring appropriate support for each pupil dependant on their individual planned needs which will require working closely with other professionals such as speech therapists.

• To use behaviour management strategies in line with the schools policy and procedures, which contribute to a purposeful learning environment for pupils appropriate to their age and special needs.

• To assist the teacher in creating and maintaining a purposeful, orderly and supportive learning environment for all pupils particularly helping to overcome barriers to learning, including physical, emotional and behavioural difficulties.

• To promote the inclusion of all pupils, ensuring they have equal opportunities to learn and develop.

• To be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school.

We are open, supportive and flexible with high-quality CPD opportunities through our Teaching School Hubs and Professional Development Institute.

Flexible working will be considered please discuss your preferences at interview.

Please see the attached job description and person specification for a full list of responsibilities and accountabilities. 

Keeping Children Safe in Education

Bright Futures Educational Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out and references will be sought for shortlisted candidates and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant checks with statutory bodies.