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To provide learning and care support for pupils with special educational needs (SEND). To establish productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations.

Generic Responsibilities

• 1. Work with SEND children that have significant SEND needs and those that are 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 the management of pupil behaviour, maintain order and an appropriate working environment, including implementation of the school's behaviour policies.
• 4. Report to the teachers on the behaviour of pupils during lessons and any issues arising.
• 5. Establish and promote 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 closely with teachers and other relevant agencies regarding the work set for a child/class/group.
• 8. Assist with setting out learning materials.
• 9. Establish constructive relationships and communicate with other relevant professionals, in liaison with the teachers, to support the pupil's learning and progress.
• 10. Effectively communicate the work set by the class teachers to the pupil and ensure that the pupil is aware of the teacher's expectations.
• 11. Encourage the pupil to interact and work co-operatively with others and ensure that the pupil is engaged on the set task.
• 12. Respond knowledgably to any questions from the pupil about process and procedures.
• 13. Observe and report on pupil performance. Update relevant records at agreed time intervals.
• 14. Ensure the health, safety and welfare of pupils is maintained at all times.
• 15. Promote social and emotional development of pupils.
• 16. Deal with any immediate problems or emergencies in accordance with the school's policies and procedures.
• 17. Support the use of ICT in the classroom.
• 18. Provide Literacy/Numeracy support to allow access to the curriculum.
• 19. Provide support for multi-lingual/bilingual pupils e.g. help pupils to access the curriculum and support the development of target language.
• 20. Assist with the development and implementation of IEPs.
• 21. Provide comfort and immediate care in case of minor accidents, including support with intimate care where a plan is in place in accordance to our policy. Report serious incidents to the appropriate person for action administering first-aid if qualified to do so.
• 22. Collect any completed work after the lesson and return it to the class teachers as appropriate.
• 23. Accompany teaching staff and pupils on educational visits.
• 24. Assist with supervision at playtimes and lunchtimes. Support pupils with eating (where necessary).
• 25. Supervise individuals during statutory tests.
• 26. Put up displays to enhance the classroom environment.
• 27. Contribute towards the overall ethos, aims and work of the school.
• 28. Be aware of, uphold and contribute towards the development of the school's policies and targets in accordance with the school's performance management and supervision arrangements.
• 29. Participate in appropriate school-based meetings and training activities.
• 30. Undertake any administrative duties relevant and appropriate to this post.
• 31. Take an active part in appraising their own work against agreed priorities and targets in accordance with the school's performance management and supervision arrangements.
• 32. Maintain confidentiality at all times and observe Data Protection Guidelines.
• 33. Understand and comply with the school's equal opportunities and other policies.
• 34. Carry out any other duties that may reasonably be regarded as within the nature of the duties, responsibilities and grade of this post.

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