1.    To work with a whole class to support teaching and learning.

 2.  To liaise with the class teacher, SENDCo  and other practitioners in the assessment of children with specific needs, in developing and implementing educational programmes  for  them,  and  in  monitoring  and  evaluating  both  effectiveness  of  the programmes and the child’s progress.

 MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 Teaching and Learning

1.    Assist in the educational and social  development of  pupils under the direction and guidance of the Headteacher, SENDCo, class teacher and SLT.

2.    Work  with  and  support  individuals  or  groups  of  children  on  specific  activities such  as reading, writing, practical, creative, physical and recreational activities.

3.    Assist in the implementation of individual and group intervention programmes for students and help monitor their progress, recording this as directed.

4.    Assist with maintaining student records.

5.    Support pupils with emotional or behavioural problems and help develop the children’s social skills.

6.    Undertake observations and assessments of children, as directed.

7.    Provide the class teacher with regular feedback on relevant aspects of work undertaken and on pupils’ progress.

8.    Undertake routine marking of work.

9.    Organise reading books and book bags for children.

 Planning and Organisation

1.    Discuss, and follow the class teacher’s plan for the lesson/day/week/term and be actively involved in this process.

2.    Support with the general management and organisation of children and resources/equipment which relate to the support of children.

3.    Assist with the planning, organising and supervising of educational visits and outings.

4.    Input data (e.g. assessment results) into computer programs such as Word and Excel.

6.    Prepare  the  classroom  and  associated  areas  for  use,  including  photocopying  and  preparing materials and setting out equipment and resources. Clean and put away materials, equipment, and resources after use.  Tidy classroom and associated areas.

7.    Make up and maintain worksheets and other teaching aids. Prepare work and notices for display purposes.  Complete or assist with displays.

 Supervision and Guidance

1.    Assist with the supervision of children, including but not necessarily limited to:

·       Within classroom settings

·       Taking supervisory responsibility for a whole class for short periods when required

·       During school assembly

·       When on playground duty, and when children are leaving the classroom or returning from outside

·       On outings and educational visits

·       Using the cloakroom/toilets/washrooms

·       Changing before and after recreational activities

·       Not participating in an activity

 2.    When the class is being taught by a PPA or supply teacher, to be proactive in providing support, including with behaviour management, actively taking part in the lesson.

 3.    Implement the school’s behaviour management policy and promote high standards of behaviour at all times. This includes being a good role model in terms of one’s own conduct, speech and dress.

 Care and Welfare

1.    Undertake   medical   duties   and   administer   care/first   aid.   Report   injuries   to   appropriate authorities within the school, enter details in the accident book.  Issue prescribed medication. (Following prior agreement with parents, once training has been undertaken and in line with the school’s policy)

2.    Care appropriately for children taken ill whilst at school and to inform/contact parents, once the class teacher or member of SLT has made the decision that the child should be sent home. In the case of head injuries, even minor bangs, to call parents even when the child is not going home.

3.    Ensure Health and Safety regulations are complied with at all times, reporting any concerns in accordance with the school’s policy and procedures

4.    Report any child protection concerns immediately to the designated person or their deputy, in accordance with school procedures

5.    Assist children with:

·       Toileting

·       The attainment of personal hygiene skills

·       The removal and replacement of clothing/footwear

·       Cleaning and/or changing following sickness, soiling etc.

 Liaison

1.    Liaise with other members of staff.

2.    Liaise with parents and carers, including making phone calls home when directed.

3.    Work with other professionals, such as speech therapists and educational psychologists, as necessary.

Other Associated Activities

1.    Attend  relevant  courses,  meetings  and  training  days  to  develop  experience  and  broaden awareness, expertise and skills.

2.    Undertake specific administrative tasks at the direction of the Headteacher.

3.    Ensure that confidentiality is maintained at all times in accordance with the Trust conduct policy.