We are looking for a classroom assistant to start as soon as possible.

Support for pupils

• Use initiative and direction to support teaching and learning
• Assist with programs of intervention for pupils with gaps in their learning or with Special Education Needs and Disabilities.
• Establish and maintain positive and productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations
• Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils within the classroom
• Encourage pupils to interact and work co-operatively with others and engage all pupils in activities
• Promote independence and employ strategies to recognise and reward achievement of self-reliance
• Give encouragement and advice to learners, correcting misconceptions if possible
• Support pupils in use of technology

Support for the teachers

• Provide verbal feedback to the teacher on pupil achievement, progress and other matters
• Assist with the keeping and updating of records as agreed with the teacher. Assist the teacher with assessment activities
• Promote positive values, attitudes and good behaviour, supporting in incidents of conflict in line with established policy and encourage pupils to take responsibility for their own behaviour.
• Provide clerical/administrative support, photocopying, displays and gathering of resources
• Support pupils in use of technology

Support for the school

• Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to safeguarding/child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns about child safety and well-being to an appropriate person
• Be aware of and support difference and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop
• Contribute to the overall ethos/works/aims of the school
• Establish constructive relationships and communicate with other agencies/professionals, in liaison with the teacher, to support achievement and progress of pupils
• Attend and participate in scheduled meetings
• Participate in training and other learning activities as required
• When on playground duty at morning playtime or lunchtime, promote pupils’ enjoyment of those times by leading and encouraging play activities
• Assist with supervision of pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities as required
• Assist with Health & Safety events, including personal care in some cases
• Assist with cleaning small areas in some cases