Support for pupils: Support individuals or groups during independent /group work, e.g. explain tasks, reinforce key objectives/concepts or vocabulary, use practical apparatus, support less able pupils, extend/challenge more able, keep pupils on task, interested, motivated and engaged. Occasional support to whole class for short periods (eg story reading). Help pupils to develop communication skills and role play activity. Promote inclusion and acceptance of all pupils, encourage them to interact and work cooperatively and engage in activities. Promote independence and development of self-esteem Assist in the personal, social, emotional development of pupils and development of selfesteem. Assist with the development and implementation of IEPs/behaviour plans. Use specialist skills/ knowledge/ training to provide support in specialist areas Encourage and reinforce positive interactions between pupils working within any behaviour targets set Identify and report uncharacteristic behaviour patterns Assist with pupil supervision on trips off the premises, under overall guidance of the teacher. Monitor and provide for general care, safety and welfare of pupils, including tasks connected with their social inclusion and personal/physical care. Support/nurture small groups of children over lunchtime period. Support to teacher: Assist with lesson/activity planning, delivery and evaluation Monitor individual/group achievements of key objectives and provide feedback to the teacher Contribute to pupil assessment through observation and reporting Record information relevant to assessment and review of pupils’ progress Attend IEP and EHCP review meetings if appropriate Support implementation of strategies to manage pupil behaviour and help manage pupil behaviour .  Active involvement in day-to-day management of the learning environment including responsibility for the care and preparation of teaching aids, equipment, materials and differentiated resources. Undertake routine and non-routine administrative tasks, eg produce worksheets, administer coursework Liaise with parents/carers, specialist teachers and other professional staff, share and provide information.