Special Education Classroom Support Specialist

Education Authority (Northern Ireland); Omagh; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Education Authority (Northern Ireland) is seeking a Classroom Assistant specialised in Special Educational Needs to support pupils under the guidance of the class teacher. The role focuses on facilitating access to the curriculum, assisting with personal needs, and promoting a safe, inclusive learning environment.

You will work with the teacher to implement Education Plans and Care Plans, support behavioural management, supervise movements around the school and on transport, and help with

Responsibilities

• Assist with the support and care of pupil(s) with special educational needs, enabling access to the curriculum and attending to personal needs.
• Develop an understanding of the specific needs of the pupil(s) to be supported.
• Assist with authorised programmes (e.g. Education Plan, Care Plan), participate in evaluation of the support and encourage pupil participation.
• Contribute to the inclusion of the pupil in mainstream schools under the directions of the class teacher.
• Assist with operational difficulties and non-invasive medical/clinical difficulties pertaining to pupil(s) disabilities.
• Support in implementing behavioural management programmes as directed.
• Assist pupil(s) in moving around school and on and off transport.
• Assist with classroom administration and recording pupil progress.
• Provide continuity of adult care and supervise play and cloakrooms including hand washing and toileting.

Job description

Education Authority (Northern Ireland) is seeking a Classroom Assistant specialised in Special Educational Needs to support pupils under the guidance of the class teacher. The role focuses on facilitating access to the curriculum, assisting with personal needs, and promoting a safe, inclusive learning environment.

You will work with the teacher to implement Education Plans and Care Plans, support behavioural management, supervise movements around the school and on transport, and help with