A brief overview of the role:

The role will primarily involve being part of a SEN team to assist, under the direction of designated teachers, with the education, care and welfare of children. We would also be interested to hear from candidates who are keen to get involved in other aspects of the school.

Main responsibilities:

• To assist in the preparation of materials and programmes of work.
• To assist with group activities within and away from the classroom.
• To assist with any medical, personal, social and behavioural problems.
• Support the ethos of the school and follow school routines and procedures.
• Undertake a programme of induction and attend other relevant in-service training as directed by the head teacher.
• Be aware of, and maintain, confidential issues as required.
• Assist in designated areas of the curriculum including preparation and clearing away of resources, including IT.
• Promote pupil achievement in learning and re-enforce pupils’ self-esteem.
• Ensure that children are able to use equipment and materials provided.
• Assist with the support of group activities within and away from the classroom.
• Assist with movement of pupils around the building and surrounding areas and with activities away from the classroom, both within and outside lesson time.
• Participate in general school activities including assembly, break and lunch-time activities, sports day, school visits etc. as required.
• Be aware of and promote children’s general welfare and follow the school’s health and safety procedures.
• Follow the school’s health and safety procedures.
• Assist with health, hygiene and first aid. This may include assistance with toileting.
• Assist with the preparation and mounting of display materials.
• Share general domestic duties with the teachers and other staff.
• Maintain and update records as directed by the teacher.
• Support inclusion of children with special needs.
• Assist with the delivery of individual education plans.
• Provide feedback about the children to the teacher.
• To undertake designated administrative and clerical tasks, in order to support teaching and learning.
• Carry out other duties as directed by the teacher, line manager or head teacher.
• Undergo review of duties and responsibilities according to the school’s schedule.

This apprenticeship is in a key area within the school.  You should have:

• Enthusiasm and a positive approach to work
• Excellent communication and organisation skills
• A commitment to working in a school environment
• The ability to exercise initiative
• The ability to form and maintain positive relationships with young people

This role is advertised in conjunction with Riverside Training. Riverside Training is not responsible for the safer recruitment processes of partner organizations and is unable to confirm the recruitment process beyond the interview stage.