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Classroom Assistant (Special Educational Needs), Newtownabbey
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Client:
Education Authority
Location:
Newtownabbey, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
6de7d9010663
Job Views:
3
Posted:
08.05.2025
Expiry Date:
22.06.2025
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Job Description:
JOB PURPOSE
Under the direction of the class teacher/outreach teacher/Education Authority, assist with the educational support and the care of the pupil(s) with special educational needs who are in the teacher’s care in or outside the classroom.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The precise duties of the post will be determined by the principal/outreach teacher/Education Authority officer.
SPECIAL CLASSROOM SUPPORT
* Assist the teacher with the support and care of pupil(s) with special educational needs, e.g., enabling access to the curriculum, attending to personal needs including dietary, feeding, toileting, etc.
* Develop an understanding of the specific needs of the pupil(s) to be supported.
* Assist with authorised programmes (e.g., Education Plan, Care Plan), participate in the evaluation of the support, and encourage pupil(s) participation in such programmes.
* Contribute to the inclusion of the pupil in mainstream schools under the directions of the class teacher.
* Assist with operational difficulties and non-invasive medical/clinical difficulties pertaining to pupil(s) disabilities.
* Support in implementing behavioural management programmes as directed.
* Assist pupil(s) in moving around school and on and off transport.
GENERAL CLASSROOM SUPPORT
* Assist pupil(s) to learn effectively both in group situations and individually by managing the learning environment, including clarifying instructions, ensuring the use of equipment and materials, motivating pupils, reinforcing learning, promoting independence, and helping pupils stay on task.
* Be aware of school policies, procedures, and confidential issues related to home/pupil/teacher/school work and maintain confidentiality.
* Establish supportive relationships with pupils.
* Prepare and produce resources to support pupils and take care of materials for play sessions.
* Supervise groups or individual pupils during activities, including extracurricular activities and off-site events, following risk assessments.
* Assist with off-site activities under the teacher's direction.
* Supervise and support pupils in daily routines like play, cloakroom, hand washing, toileting, etc.
* Provide supervision and support, including administering prescribed medicines and dealing with minor injuries.
* Ensure a safe environment for pupils and report any signs or symptoms requiring immediate attention.
ADMINISTRATION
* Assist with classroom administration and recording pupil progress.
* Contribute to maintaining pupil progress records and provide feedback to the teacher.
* Help with duplicating materials, creating charts and displays, recording media, and managing resources.
OTHER DUTIES
* Attend in-service training.
* Assist work placement students.
* Perform other duties as assigned by the principal or Education Authority within the post's level.
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