RESPONSIBLE FOR:

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

− Provide verbal feedback to pupils regarding their achievement and progress.

− 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 wellbeing 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