Classroom Assistant

**Main Duties and Responsibilities**

The precise duties of the post will be determined by the SEN Co-ordinator/Principal.

**1. Special Classroom Support**
- Assist the teachers with the support and care of the pupil with special educational needs e.g. enable access to the curriculum.
- Develop an understanding of the specific needs of the pupil(s) to be supported.
- Assist with authorised programmes (e.g. Education Plan), participate in the evaluation of the support and encourage pupil participation in such programmes.
- Support in implementing behavioural management programmes as directed.
- Assist the pupil in moving around school.

**2. General Classroom Support**
- Assist the pupil to learn as effectively as possible both in group situations and on their own by assisting with the management of the learning environment through:

- clarifying and explaining instruction;
- ensuring the pupil is able to use equipment and materials provided;
- provision of support during practical lessons;
- assisting in motivating and encouraging the pupil as required;
- assisting in areas requiring reinforcement or development;
- promoting the independence of the pupil to enhance learning;
- helping the pupil to stay on work set;
- meeting the physical/medical needs as required whilst encouraging independence.
- Be aware of school policies, procedures and of confidential issues linked to home/pupil/teacher/school work and keep confidences appropriately.
- Establish a supportive relationship with the pupil.
- Supervise groups of pupils, or individual pupils on specified activities including Talking and Listening, Using ICT, 6th Form Study, extra-curricular activities, and other duties as directed by a teacher or SEN Co-ordinator.
- Under the direction of a teacher, and following an appropriate risk assessment, assist with recreational activities including off-site activities e.g. school trips
- Ensure as far as possible a safe environment for the pupil.
- Supervise recreation and study time.
- Assisting with transit etc.
- Report to the SEN Co-ordinator or qualified first-aider any signs or symptoms displayed which may suggest that a pupil requires expert or immediate attention.

**3. Administration**
- Assist with classroom administration.
- Assist teachers and/or other professionals with the implementation of the system for recording the pupil’s progress.
- Contribute to the maintenance of pupil progress records.
- Provide regular feedback about the pupil to the SEN Co-ordinator.
- Duplicate written materials, assist with production of charts and displays, catalogue and process books and resources as required.

**4. Other Duties**
- Attend relevant in-service training.
- Such other duties as may be assigned by the Principal, SEN Co-ordinator or School Business Manager.
- Undertake general administrative tasks as assigned by the Principal or School Business Manager, to include photocopying, scanning, binding and laminating of teaching resources; supervision duties; facilitation of access arrangements and exam invigilation.

In accordance with Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act (1998), the post-holder is expected to promote good relations, equality of opportunity and pay due regard for equality legislation at all times

Lumen Christi College adheres to the Department of Education’s Guidance on Child Protection which relates to working with children and young people in educational settings. **Please note that you will be required to meet the cost of an Enhanced Disclosure Certificate.**

Lumen Christi College operates a no-smoking policy in all areas of the college.

The college reserves the right to enhance the criteria for the purposes of shortlisting. Applications will be held on file for similar vacancies which may arise within the next 12 months. Lumen Christi College is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: £12.51-£12.72 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 26 per week

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 29/09/2024
Reference ID: 2401