The Learning Support Assistant’s main role is to provide support for a named child (Primary School) and will include in class support, running small intervention groups, specific programmes which involve the named child and 1:1 support. To support the class teacher in the teaching and ensuring the child develops and is supported socially and emotionally, meeting the needs of the individual child to attain the targets set in their IEP.
Supporting children：
1. Provide teaching support under the guidance of the class teacher to a named child in all areas of the curriculum, individually or in small groups.
2. To work with the class teacher to assist in drawing up and undertaking the delivery of the individual pupil learning programmes, either in small intervention groups, within the classroom or 1:1 to ensure delivery of the individual's targets and curriculum.
3. Assist the teacher with observation and monitoring of the progress of the named child, maintaining accurate records within the provision in order to ensure documentation of all interventions with the child.
4. To prepare differentiated work/materials for the child (under the direction of the teacher).
5. Promote positive behaviour patterns, raise self-esteem and improve independent working to assist in their education and growth. Provide positive reinforcements, praise and rewards to the child.
6. Assist the teacher where necessary with preparation (and clearing away) of the classroom and materials to ensure effective and efficient teaching.
7. To ensure that children are in a caring school environment following all Safeguarding policies and procedures.
8. To participate in In-Service Training, including INSET days and attend staff meetings where appropriate.
9. To supervise named child in the school’s premises (including lunch-times).
10. Follow the school policies, safer working practices, and Staff Code of Conduct.
11. To hold regular liaison time with the class teacher and other support staff involved in the classroom.
12. To act in accordance with the equal opportunities policy, health and safety policy, behaviour policy, safeguarding and confidentiality guidelines.
13. To develop knowledge of the particular needs of the child and seek advice from the class teacher and outside agencies as required.
14. To aid access to the full range of learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom and provide modified materials as required.
15. To organise and maintain an inclusive learning environment across the whole school environment.
16. To carry out all requested tasks which the school deems appropriate.
Personal Specification for Learning Support Assistant
You will need to
- Have experience of working with children with Special Educational Needs and have a clear understanding of the support needed for children with speech, language and communication and sensory needs.
- Have knowledge and understanding of the different social, cultural, educational and physical needs of children.
- Have an interest in how children learn and behave.
- Model positive behaviour both in the classroom and around school.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Previous experience with working with children.
You must be able to:
- Carry out tasks and responsibilities under the direction of the Class Teacher or Head Teacher.
- Plan and prioritise tasks and work under the pressure of a busy inclusive school.
- Be productive and show initiative.
- Communicate effectively and appropriately to children with different abilities and cultural backgrounds.
- Motivate children to learn and be sociable.
- Maintain accurate records of the child.
- Be a responsible and trustworthy role model.
- Have patience with children with a clear understanding of children who find learning new concepts and remembering taught concepts difficult.
- Respect and maintain confidentiality but have regard to the safeguarding protocols of information sharing where necessary.
该职位入职日期：2025年4月7日
工作时间：周一到周五 8:30-16:30，享受寒暑假和法定节假日。
其他：
该职位是为一名有特殊教育需求的小学学生提供在校一对一教学辅助，学校会提供相关专业知识培训。
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