SEN Classroom Assistant: Empowering Inclusive Learning

Education Authority (Northern Ireland); Eglinton; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Education Authority (Northern Ireland) is advertising for a Classroom Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs within a school setting. You will work under the direction of the class teacher to enable access to the curriculum and assist with personal care requirements where necessary.

The role emphasizes understanding individual pupil needs, contributing to the pupil’s inclusion in mainstream education, and supporting safety and independence in daily activities within the

Qualifications

• Demonstrate knowledge of health and safety requirements.
• Knowledge of development needs of children/young people.
• Understanding of child protection and safeguarding.
• Ability to follow systems for pupil progress recording.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the support and care of pupils with SEN to enable curriculum access.
• Develop understanding of pupils' specific needs and support Education/Care Plans.
• Assist with administration and recording of pupil progress.
• Support with behavioural management and safety in the school environment.
• Supervise pupils and assist with off-site activities under supervision.

Skills

Planning & organising

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

Child-centred learning

Education

Level 2 qualification (Certificate/Diploma)

Level 3 qualification (relevant area)

Job description

Education Authority (Northern Ireland) is advertising for a Classroom Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs within a school setting. You will work under the direction of the class teacher to enable access to the curriculum and assist with personal care requirements where necessary.

The role emphasizes understanding individual pupil needs, contributing to the pupil’s inclusion in mainstream education, and supporting safety and independence in daily activities within the