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Job description

To be responsible under the direction of the Principal/Bursar and SEN Co-ordinator or as a member of a team as may be employed to assist with the educational support and the care of the pupil(s) with special educational needs who is/are in the school’s care in or outside the classroom.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• To 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.
• Assist pupil(s) in moving around school and on and off transport.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in a relevant childcare qualification.
• GCSE Mathematics and English (Grades A-C) or equivalent.
• Experience of working in a school setting with children with Special Educational Needs.
• Knowledge of the Northern Ireland Curriculum.

Desirable Skills

• NVQ Level III in Children’s Care Learning and Development, or equivalent qualification.
• Evidence of relevant training courses attended in special educational needs.

Further Information

Further information can be found on the school website www.stmarysmagherafelt.com Please note closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 7 November at 2.00pm.