Job Description
As a Classroom Helper for children with special needs, you will play a vital support role in ensuring every child has the opportunity to learn, grow, and feel included in the classroom environment. Working closely with teachers and other support staff, your responsibilities will focus on assisting individual students or small groups with learning activities, emotional support, and day-to-day classroom routines.
You would need to be able to support children with the range of special educational needs including learning disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), sensory, speech and language impairments and behavioural difficulties. The role involves helping the children to meet their individual learning targets and stay "on task" throughout the school day. You do not need knowledge of the curriculum, but you will need to be an excellent motivator.
Key Responsibilities:
-Support students with special educational needs (SEN) in accessing the curriculum and participating in classroom activities.
-Assist with personal care tasks where required, including feeding, dressing, or toileting, in line with school policy and training.
-Encourage and promote the development of social skills, independence, and positive behaviour.
-Provide one-on-one or small group assistance during learning tasks, including reading, writing, and h...