1:1 Teaching Assistant - Brighton, United Kingdom - Windlesham School

Windlesham School

Verified Company

Brighton, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

beBee Recruiter

Description

To individually support the learning and personal development of a pupil with additional needs, to enable them to make best use of the educational opportunities available to them.

SPECIFIC DETAILS:

15 hours per week, term time only.

Commencing September 202

Approx , Monday to Friday
Some experience of working with children with SEN would be desirable
Nurturing approach is essential

RATE OF PAY:
£11.50 per hour

START DATE:
2 September 2024

JOB DESCRIPTION
To aid pupil to learn as effectively as possible both in group situations and on his/her own by, for example:

Clarifying and explaining instructions
Ensuring the pupil is able to use equipment and materials provided
Motivating and encouraging the pupil(s) as required by providing levels of individual attention, reassurance and help with learning tasks as appropriate to pupil's needs
Using praise, commentary and assistance to encourage the pupil to concentrate and stay on task
Liaising with class teacher, SENCO and other professionals about SEN Support Plans
Helping to make appropriate resources to support the pupil
To establish supportive relationships with the pupil concerned
To promote the acceptance and inclusion of the pupil with SEN, encouraging pupils to interact with each other in an appropriate and acceptable manner
Monitor the pupil's response to the learning activities and, where appropriate, modify or adapt the activities as agreed with the teacher to achieve the intended learning outcomes.
To give positive encouragement, feedback, and praise to reinforce and sustain the pupil(s) efforts and develop self-reliance and self-esteem.
To mark pupil's work under the direction of the class teacher
To support the pupil in developing social skills both in and out of the classroom
To support the use of ICT in learning activities
To provide regular feedback on the pupil's learning and behaviour to the teacher/SENCO, including feedback on the effectiveness of the behaviour strategies adopted
To use the school's system for recording procedures
Where appropriate to develop a relationship to foster links between home and school, and to keep the school informed of relevant information
To be aware of confidential issues linked to home/pupil/teacher/school
To contribute towards reviews of pupil(s)' progress as appropriate