Academic Support Specialist

5 days ago


Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Job Title: Academic Support Specialist

The role of an Academic Support Specialist is to provide educational support to students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in a primary school setting. This involves working one-on-one with students from Reception to Year 6, assisting them with their educational and personal needs.

Salary: £22,500 per annum based on the location and industry standards.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support pupils with SEND with educational adaptations on a 1:1 basis and care plans.
  • Provide behaviour support to SEN pupils on a 1:1 basis in line with individual behaviour plans, behaviour policies, STEPS/attachment training, and any other learning-specific training given.
  • Work collaboratively with other teachers, support staff, and school leadership to enhance the educational experience.
  • Adhere to school policies and procedures, including those related to child protection and safeguarding.
  • Assist pupils with eating, dressing, and hygiene, as required, whilst encouraging independence.
  • Contribute to evidence for ISPs, EHCP, and referrals.
  • Support all pupils in social and emotional well-being, reporting problems to the teacher as appropriate.

Person Specification:

  • Experience working with or caring for children from 3 – 11 years.
  • Any Teaching Assistant training or SEN training desirable.
  • Display commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children and young people.
  • Ability to relate well to children and adults.

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire



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