Special Educational Needs Classroom Support Specialist

Eani; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Education Authority is seeking a Classroom Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs in a school setting. You will aid in delivering instruction, support personal care, and help implement individual Education Plans while promoting inclusion and safeguarding principles.

The role focuses on assisting with learning activities, managing the learning environment, and supporting pupils’ independence under supervision.

Qualifications

• Hold a minimum of a Level 2 (or equivalent) qualification in a relevant area from a recognised awarding body.
• Have a minimum of 12 months’ experience working in a formal learning environment.
• Core knowledge includes health and safety, development needs, safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the support and care of pupils with special educational needs to enable access to the curriculum.
• Develop understanding of the specific needs of the pupils to be supported.
• Assist with programmes (Education Plan, Care Plan) and participate in evaluation.
• Promote inclusion of pupils in mainstream schools under directions of the class teacher.
• Support in implementing behavioural management programmes and assist with transport/navigation.
• Assist pupils in moving around school and supervise activities as directed.

Skills

Planning

Teamwork

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

Level 2 qualification in a relevant area

Level 3 qualification in a relevant area

Job description

Education Authority is seeking a Classroom Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs in a school setting. You will aid in delivering instruction, support personal care, and help implement individual Education Plans while promoting inclusion and safeguarding principles.

The role focuses on assisting with learning activities, managing the learning environment, and supporting pupils’ independence under supervision.