This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth. Job Reference: 26007471)Primary Location : Tyrone-Strabane-St Mary's Primary School Strabane Contract Type : Permanent Duration of Contract/Contract End Date : n/a Status : Part-Time Contract Options : Flexible working arrangements available during school holidays (E.g. Option 1, 2, 3) Hours per Week : 22.5 - 3 posts Working Pattern : 5 days per week - 4.5 hours per day Grade/Scale : Classroom Assistant (Special Educational Needs) \| NJC pt 11 - 14 \| £14.9917 - £15.7367 per hour Additional Allowance(s) : Not Applicable Anticipated Interview Date(s) : tbc Additional Information: The school is looking to appoint 3 SENCA for 22.5 hrs per week. These are permanent positions. The school will also be compiling a reserve list which will be used to appoint both permanent and fixed term appointments ranging from 10 hpw - 27.5 hpw. Where a post (permanent or fixed term) becomes available, candidates will be then be contacted in order of merit. Once a job offer has been accepted by a candidate, they will be removed from the list for any future vacancies that arise within the 12 months from date of interview. A maximum of 3 job offers will be made before removal from the reserve list.
JOB TITLE: Classroom Assistant - Special Educational Needs
REPORTS TO: The Principal, through the class teacher
JOB PURPOSE
Under the direction of the class teacher/outreach teacher/Education Authority, assist with the educational support and the care of the pupil(s) with special educational needs who is/are in the teacher's care in or outside the classroom.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The precise duties of the post will be determined by the principal/outreach teacher/ Education Authority officer.
SPECIAL CLASSROOM SUPPORT
- Assist the teacher with the support and care of pupil(s) with special educational needs e.g. enable access to the curriculum, attend to personal needs including dietary, feeding, toileting etc.
- 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 the evaluation of the support and encourage pupil(s) participation in such programmes.
- 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.
GENERAL CLASSROOM SUPPORT
- Assist pupil(s) learn as effectively as possible both in group situations and on their own by assisting with the management of the learning environment through:
- clarifying and explaining instruction;
- ensuring the pupils are able to use equipment and materials provided;
- assisting in motivating and encouraging the pupil(s) as required;
- assisting in areas requiring reinforcement or development;
- promoting the independence of pupils to enhance learning;
- helping pupil(s) stay on work set;
- meeting physical/medical needs as required whilst encouraging independence.
ADMINISTRATION
- Assist with classroom administration.
- Assist the class teacher and/or other professionals with the implementation of the system for recording the pupil(s) progress.
- Contribute to the maintenance of pupil(s) progress records.
- Provide regular feedback about the pupil(s) to the teacher/officer.
- Duplicate written materials, assist with production of charts and displays, record radio and television programmes, catalogue and process books and resources.
OTHER DUTIES
- Attend relevant in-service training.
- Assist work placement students with practical tasks.
- Such other duties as may be assigned by the principal/outreach teacher/Education Authority officer within the level of the post.
PERSON SPECIFICATION NOTES TO JOB APPLICANTS
You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question, how, and to what extent you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria, where relevant. You must demonstrate how you meet the criteria by the closing date for applications, unless the criteria state otherwise. The stage in the process when the criteria will be measured is outlined in the table below. Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria set out in Section 1 below, using the information provided by you on your application form. Please note that the Selection Panel reserves the right to shortlist only those applicants that it believes most strongly meet the criteria for the role. In the event of an excessive number of applications, the Selection Panel also reserves the right to apply any desirable criteria as outlined in Section 3 at shortlisting, in which case these will be applied in the order listed. It is important therefore that you also clearly demonstrate on your application form how you meet any desirable criteria.
SECTION 1 - ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
The following are essential criteria which will initially be measured at the shortlisting stage and which may also be further explored during the interview/selection stage. You should therefore make it clear on your application form how, and to what extent you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.
Factor Essential Criteria Method of Assessment Qualifications and ExperienceOption 1: Hold a minimum of a Level 2 (or equivalent)* qualification in a relevant area from a recognised accredited awarding body. Qualification must be at Certificate or Diploma level. Award level is not acceptable. AND Have a minimum of 6 weeks experience which has been gained either through working in a formal learning environment or through a placement completed as part of your level 2 (or equivalent) qualification. OR Option 2: Have a minimum of 12 months' experience of working in a formal learning environment. Sifting by Application Form Sifting by Application Form and verified at Interview Core Knowledge Demonstrate a working knowledge of: Health and safety requirements Development needs of children and/or young people. Child protection and safeguarding Interview/Assessment Skills Evidence of the following skills to support child-centred learning and assist with the management of the learning environment: Effective planning and organising skills. Ability to follow agreed systems and plans. Ability to work as part of team Ability to work flexibly and creatively to help ensure a child-centred learning experience. Effective and positive communication skills. Interview/Assessment Core Behaviours* Ability to build positive and supportive relationships. * Empathy *
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Classroom Assistant (Special Educational Needs) at Education Authority in Strabane employer: Education Authority
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