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Classroom Assistant; Special Educational
Job in
Belfast City District, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1, Northern Ireland, UK
Listed on 2026-10-04
Listing for:
Eani
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-04
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Special Education Assistant, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Belfast City District
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE:
Classroom Assistant – Special Educational Needs
REPORTS TO:
The Principal, through the class teacher
JOB PURPOSE Under the direction of the class teacher/outreach teacher/Education Authority, assist with the educational support and the care of the pupil(s) with special educational needs who is/are in the teacher’s care in or outside the classroom.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe precise duties of the post will be determined by the principal/outreach teacher/ Education Authority officer.
SPECIAL CLASSROOM SUPPORT- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Support in implementing behavioural management programmes as directed.
- Assist pupil(s) in moving around school and on and off transport.
- Clarifying and explaining instruction;
- Ensuring the pupils are able to use equipment and materials provided;
- Assisting in motivating and encouraging the pupil(s) as required;
- Assisting in areas requiring reinforcement or development;
- Promoting the independence of pupils to enhance learning;
- Helping pupil(s) stay on work set;
- Meeting 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 to keep confidences appropriately.
- Establish a supportive relationship with the pupils concerned.
- Prepare and produce appropriate resources to support pupil(s) and take care of material for play sessions
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