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Job description

Classroom Assistant (SEN) Term Time based in Magherafelt.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

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.

Desirable Skills

• NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Care Learning and Development, or equivalent qualification.
• A minimum of 6 months’ paid experience within the last 2 years of working in a school setting with children with Special Educational Needs.

Further Information

Further details can be found on the school website www.stmarysmagherafelt.com Please note closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 23 October at 12.00 Noon.