SEN Classroom Assistant: Specialist Provision

Education Authority (Northern Ireland); Portglenone; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Education Authority (Northern Ireland) seeks a Classroom Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs. You will assist with personal care, learning activities, and inclusion in mainstream settings under the guidance of teachers and Education Authority staff.

Role involves behavioural support, off-site activities, and maintaining pupil progress records, while upholding safeguarding and confidentiality standards.

Qualifications

• Hold a minimum of a Level 2 qualification in a relevant area from a recognised awarding body.
• Have a minimum of 6 weeks experience in a formal learning environment or placement.
• Have a minimum of 12 months experience in a formal learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the care and support of pupils with SEN in and out of the classroom.
• Support access to the curriculum and attend to personal needs including dietary, toileting, etc.
• Contribute to inclusion of pupils in mainstream settings under supervision.
• Assist with behavioural management programmes as directed.
• Provide supervision and assistance during off-site activities as required.
• Assist with administration tasks and recording pupil progress.

Skills

Planning & Organisation

Teamwork

Following systems & plans

Flexible & creative work approach

Effective communication

Education

Level 2 qualification (relevant area)

6 weeks relevant experience

12 months experience in learning environment

Job description

Education Authority (Northern Ireland) seeks a Classroom Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs. You will assist with personal care, learning activities, and inclusion in mainstream settings under the guidance of teachers and Education Authority staff.

Role involves behavioural support, off-site activities, and maintaining pupil progress records, while upholding safeguarding and confidentiality standards.