SEN Classroom Support Specialist

Education Authority; Coleraine; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Education Authority in Coleraine is seeking an attentive Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs under the direction of the class teacher. You will assist with educational support and daily care for pupils in or outside the classroom.

The role covers both special and general classroom support, including helping pupils access the curriculum, attending to personal needs, promoting independence, and assisting with administrative tasks and recording progress.

Responsibilities

• Assist with educational support and daily care for pupils with special educational needs.
• Support pupils in accessing the curriculum and using equipment.
• Attend to personal needs such as dietary, feeding, toileting as required.
• Promote independence and encourage pupil participation in programmes.
• Assist with recording progress and maintenance of pupil records.

Job description

Education Authority in Coleraine is seeking an attentive Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs under the direction of the class teacher. You will assist with educational support and daily care for pupils in or outside the classroom.

The role covers both special and general classroom support, including helping pupils access the curriculum, attending to personal needs, promoting independence, and assisting with administrative tasks and recording progress.