Purpose of the job To provide high level support to teachers in the management of pupils’ learning. Main duties Assist with the planning and delivery of learning activities Assist with planning, tuition and assessment of pupils in all areas of the curriculum Assist with the development and implementation of SEND support plans and personal care programmes Deliver and evaluate programmes of work that meet teaching and learning objectives Liaise with the parents and carers under the direction of the teacher and to maintain a good relationship with staff and pupils Liaise with the class teacher and other colleagues Attend to pupils’ personal needs, including toileting, health, hygiene, dressing, intimate care, first-aid and welfare matters Work with individuals or small groups of pupils in the classroom under the direct supervision of teaching staff and provide feedback to the teacher Support pupils to understand instructions support independent learning and inclusion of all pupils Support the teacher in behaviour management and keeping pupils on task Support pupils in social and emotional well-being, reporting problems to the teacher as appropriate Perform any other reasonable tasks requested by the Headteacher or teachers Other duties Help with the preparation of classrooms, displays and preparing materials in advance and to clear away after activities Assist in stock and equipment management and carry out photocopying and other general office duties as required Accompany teachers and pupils on out-of-school activities and take responsibility for a group, under the direction of a teacher Administer routine assessments and tests Prepare and clear up learning environment and resources, including photocopying, filing and the display and presentation of pupils work and contribute to maintaining a safe environment. To monitor central/shared resource areas to maintain a safe and tidy environment Share in playground duties Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Working at or towards national occupational standards (NOS) in Supporting Teaching and Learning (core and relevant optional units as required) reflected in the level 2 NVQ and Level 2 certificate in supporting teaching and learning on the Qualification and Credit Framework or equivalent experience Carries out allocated tasks under the supervision of a teacher, problems generally referred. Communicates with pupils to support learning and development and encourage acceptable behaviour. Exchanges information with staff, parents/carers. Knowledge and compliance with policies and procedures relevant to child protection and health and safety. Setting up and use of educational equipment and/or keyboard skills. Additional duties From time-to-time, supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of a teacher or agreed class cover. Equalities Be aware of and support difference and ensure that pupils have equality of access to opportunities to learn and develop. Health and Safety Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection; and report all concerns to an appropriate person. C riminal Records Bureau This post is classed as having a high degree of contact with children or vulnerable adults and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. An enhanced disclosure will be sought through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) as part of The Harts School Trust’s pre-employment checks. Please note that additional information referring to the DBS is in the guidance notes to the application form.