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JOB PURPOSE
Under the direction of the class teacher/outreach teacher/board officer, assist with the educational support and care of the pupils in a designated class or classes, in or outside the classroom.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The precise duties of the post will be determined by the principal.
CLASSROOM SUPPORT
* Assist the teacher in the efficient running of the class.
* Assist, as required, pupils learn as effectively as possible both in group situations and on their own by assisting with the management of the learning environment through:
o clarifying and explaining instruction;
o ensuring the pupils are able to use equipment and materials provided;
o assisting in motivating and encouraging the pupils as required;
o contributing to areas requiring reinforcement or development, e.g., language, behaviour, reading, spelling, handwriting/presentation etc;
o promoting independent learning;
o helping pupils concentrate on and finish work set.
* Participate in classroom activities, including involvement with the curriculum, where appropriate, under the direction of the class teacher/officer.
* Assume responsibility for supervising groups of children, or individual children on specified activities including talking and listening, use of library activities, using ICT, extracurricular activities, and other duties.
* Provide continuity of adult care, e.g., supervising play and cloakrooms including hand washing and toileting.
* Be aware of school policies, procedures, and confidential issues linked to home/pupil/teacher/school work and to keep confidences appropriately.
* Establish a supportive relationship with the pupils concerned.
* Prepare work for pupils as directed by, and in support of, the teacher.
* Set up, clear away, and regularly clean equipment.
* Prepare material for play sessions, e.g., making dough, paste, cutting paper, costume preparation, involvement in school dramatic activities etc.
* Provide supervision/support including the administration of prescribed medicines and drugs for children who are ill and deal with minor cuts and grazes.
* Ensure as far as possible a safe environment for pupils.
* Report to the class teacher any signs or symptoms displayed which may suggest that a child requires expert or immediate attention.
ADMINISTRATION
* Assist with classroom administration, e.g., collecting dinner money, lost property etc.
* Duplicate written materials, assist with production of charts and displays, record radio and television programmes, catalogue and process books and resources.
* Contribute to the maintenance of pupil progress records.
* Provide regular feedback about the pupils to the teacher.
OTHER DUTIES
* Attend relevant in-service training.
* Assist work placement students with practical tasks.
* Such other duties as may be assigned by the principal/outreach teacher/Education Authority officer within the level of the post.
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