Classroom Assistant (Special Educational Needs)

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 educational support and care of pupil(s) with special educational needs who are in the teacher’s care in or outside the classroom.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• SPECIAL CLASSROOM SUPPORT
  • Assist the teacher with 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 understanding of specific needs of the pupil(s) to be supported.
  • Assist with authorised programmes (Education Plan, Care Plan), participate in evaluation and encourage pupil(s) participation.
  • Contribute to inclusion of the pupil in mainstream schools under directions of the class teacher.
  • Assist w...