SEND Learning Support Assistant - Empowering Pupils

Stonebroom Primary and Nursery School; Alfreton CP; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Stonebroom Primary and Nursery School seeks a dedicated teaching assistant to provide learning and care support for pupils with SEND. You will work with class teachers to deliver activities and support pupils with routines and behaviour management, modeling high expectations.

The role emphasises inclusion, collaboration with staff and professionals, reporting, and helping pupils access the curriculum. You will assist with learning materials, ICT use and supervising during playtimes and

Responsibilities

• 1. Work with SEND children that have significant SEND needs and those awaiting specialist placement.
• 2. Plan and deliver learning activities under the direction and guidance of the class teachers.
• 3. Work closely with the class teachers to contribute to pupil behaviour management and a suitable learning environment.
• 4. Report to the teachers on pupil behaviour during lessons and any issues.
• 5. Establish productive relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations.
• 6. Promote the inclusion of all pupils within the classroom and school.
• 7. Liaise with teachers and other agencies regarding work for a pupil or group.
• 8. Assist with setting out learning materials.
• 9. Communicate with other professionals to support pupil learning and progress.
• 10. Explain work set by teachers to pupils and ensure they understand expectations.
• 11. Encourage pupil interaction and ensure engagement with tasks.
• 12. Answer pupil questions about processes and procedures.
• 13. Observe and report pupil performance and update records.
• 14. Ensure the health, safety and welfare of pupils at all times.
• 15. Promote social and emotional development of pupils.
• 16. Handle immediate problems or emergencies per school policies.
• 17. Support ICT use in the classroom.
• 18. Provide Literacy/Numeracy support to access the curriculum.
• 19. Support multilingual/bilingual pupils to access the curriculum and language goals.
• 20. Assist with development and implementation of IEPs.
• 21. Provide comfort and immediate care for minor accidents and assist with first-aid if qualified.
• 22. Collect completed work after lessons and return to teachers.
• 23. accompany staff and pupils on educational visits.
• 24. Assist with supervision at playtimes and lunchtimes; help pupils with eating.
• 25. Supervise individuals during statutory tests.
• 26. Put up displays to enhance the classroom environment.
• 27. Contribute to the ethos, aims and work of the school.
• 28. Uphold school policies and targets within performance management arrangements.
• 29. Participate in school meetings and training activities.
• 30. Undertake relevant administrative duties.
• 31. Self-evaluate against priorities and targets in performance management.
• 32. Maintain confidentiality and Data Protection compliance.
• 33. Understand and comply with equal opportunities and other policies.
• 34. Carry out any other duties within the post's nature and grade.

Job description

Stonebroom Primary and Nursery School seeks a dedicated teaching assistant to provide learning and care support for pupils with SEND. You will work with class teachers to deliver activities and support pupils with routines and behaviour management, modeling high expectations.

The role emphasises inclusion, collaboration with staff and professionals, reporting, and helping pupils access the curriculum. You will assist with learning materials, ICT use and supervising during playtimes and