LSA for children SEND Heath Junior School

Position: LSA for children with SEND Heath Junior School

To work under the direction of the SENCo/Inclusion Co-ordinator to deliver targeted support, interventions and provision for pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), including those with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

Safeguarding Responsibilities

• Work in line with statutory safeguarding guidance (e.g. Keeping Children Safe in Education, Working Together to Safeguard Children, Prevent) and our safeguarding and child protection policies
• Promote the safeguarding of all pupils in the school
• Ensure all safeguarding procedures and practices are followed related to the identified child and all other children within the school
• Read and file all safeguarding information given and apply in your own practice as appropriate

Inclusion and Pupil Support

• Support the inclusion of pupils with SEN and/or EHCPs by consistently implementing agreed provision and strategies.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to support emotional wellbeing, engagement and positive behaviour for learning.
• Encourage pupils' independence, self-esteem and confidence, supporting them to participate fully in school life.
• Follow guidance from the SENCo/Inclusion Co-ordinator and teaching staff in relation to behaviour, regulation and pastoral support.
• Support pupils during transitions and changes to routines as directed.
• Respond sensitively to pupils' needs and act appropriately to reduce barriers to learning.

Teaching and Learning

• Deliver pre planned learning activities and targeted interventions for individual pupils and small groups with Special Educational Needs (SEN), working inside or outside the classroom as directed.
• Support the teaching of a broad and balanced curriculum, enabling pupils to access learning and make progress.
• Monitor and deliver targeted intervention programmes to support pupils' academic, social and emotional needs in line with agreed support plans and/or EHCP provision.
• Implement agreed strategies and adaptations to remove barriers to learning and promote inclusion, engagement and independence.
• Use IT and appropriate resources to support and enhance pupils' learning.
• Through observation and session records, provide regular feedback to the Inclusion Co-ordinator and teaching staff on pupil progress, attainment and barriers to learning.
• Monitor, record and report on pupil engagement, progress and outcomes as directed.
• Support class teachers in maintaining positive behaviour for learning, good order and discipline, contributing to a safe and effective learning environment.
• Contribute to the overall ethos, aims and work of the school.
• Undertake any other relevant duties as directed by the Inclusion Co-ordinator/SENCo.
• Follow all school policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent level, including at least a Grade 4 (previously Grade
  
  C) in English and maths

Experience Essential

• Experience of working within a school setting
• Experience of supporting the learning of children of primary school age
• Experience of working with children with Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND)

Experience Desirable

• Experience planning and delivering learning activities
• Experience delivering academic interventions.
• Knowledge of SEND strategies and statutory frameworks.
• Training in phonics schemes, reading programmes, or behavioural support.

Skills and Knowledge Required

• Good literacy and numeracy skills
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to communicate with professionals both inside the school and specialist external agencies
• Ability to resource, administer and evaluate interventions
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build effective working relationships
• Good record‑keeping skills
• Good working knowledge of the primary curriculum

Personal Qualities

• Commitment to getting the best outcomes for pupils and promoting the ethos and values of the school
• Commitment to equal opportunities and securing good outcomes for pupils with Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND)
• Ability to be self‑motivated, to work independently and prioritise effectively
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
• The ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• Reliable, punctual, and proactive
• Commitment to safeguarding and equality
• Ability to communicate with children of varying needs

At Iver Heath Junior School we aim to inspire a child to think, to learn, to achieve, to care and to reach their full potential. Iver Heath Junior School aims to be at the heart of the community, a place where everyone is keen to achieve and share in success, celebrate diversity and encourage families to work in partnership. By building confidence and fostering a desire to learn with a can do mentality, we aim to promote a positive, stimulating and safe learning environment, and respectful, successful children with a positive attitude and direction for the future.

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