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Job description

To work under the direction of the Preschool Leader / Manager, providing support to pupils with specials educational needs to ensure they have equal access to the curriculum and a safe, inclusive and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to individual pupils in line with their learning and developmental needs.
• Assist with preparation, organisation and maintenance of teaching resources and classroom materials.
• Monitor and record pupil progress and behaviour, providing feedback as required.
• Assist pupil with personal care, mobility and social integration as required.
• Contribute to the physical, social, emotional, educational development of pupil.
• Work collaboratively with the teacher to maintain a positive environment.
• Support the supervision of pupils both within and outside the classroom.
• Undertake training relevant to the post, as directed by the Manager.
• Carry out any other duties commensurate with the grade of the post as directed by the Manager.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Minimum qualification of Level 2 in Childcare, Education or equivalent.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Commitment to equality, inclusion and safeguarding of pupils.
• Demonstrable experience of working with or supporting children in an educational setting specifically those with special education needs.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and act with professionalism.
• Competence in the use of ICT including Microsoft Word.
• Flexible and able to use initiative when required.

Desirable Skills

• Level 3 qualification in supporting teaching and learning in schools (or equivalent).
• Experience in delivering structured learning programmes or interventions.
• Experience working with children with a range of special education needs (e.g. autism, ADHD, speech, language difficulties etc).
• Level 3 qualification in Childcare.
• Training in relevant areas such as Makaton, Team-Teach, PECS or First Aid. Ability to adapt resources and learning approaches to meet individual pupil needs.

Further Information

Job begins ASAP until the end of June (Term Time only).