Job description
To be responsible under the direction of the Principal/Bursar and SEN Co-ordinator or as a member of a team as may be employed to assist with the educational support and the care of the pupil(s) with special educational needs who is/are in the school’s care in or outside the classroom.
Responsibilities
* Assist the teacher with the support and care of pupil(s) with special educational needs e.g. enable access to the curriculum, attend 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.
* To contribute to the inclusion of the pupil in mainstream schools under the directions of the class teacher.
* Assist pupil(s) in moving around school and on and off transport.
Skills and Qualifications
Essential Skills
* NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in a relevant childcare qualification.
* GCSE Mathematics and English (Grades A-C) or equivalent.
* Experience of working in a school setting with children with Special Educational Needs.
Desirable Skills
* NVQ Level III in Children’s Care Learning and Development, or equivalent qualification.
* Evidence of relevant training courses attended in special educational needs.
* A first aid certificate.
* A high level of computer skills.
* A minimum of 6 months’ paid experience within the last 2 years of working in a school setting with children with Special Educational Needs.
Further Information
Please note closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday28 August at 2.00pm Application packs can be downloaded from the school website