Classroom Assistant; Special Educational

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth. Job Reference: )Primary Location :
Tyrone-Strabane-St Mary's Primary School Strabane Contract Type :
Permanent Duration of Contract/Contract End Date : n/a Status :
Part-Time Contract Options :
Flexible working arrangements available during school holidays (E.g. Option 1, 2,
3) Hours per Week : 22.5 - 3 posts Working Pattern : 5 days per week - 4.5 hours per day Grade/Scale :
Classroom Assistant (Special Educational Needs) | NJC pt 11 - 14 | £14.9917 - £15.7367 per hour Additional Allowance(s) :
Not Applicable Anticipated Interview Date(s) : tbc Additional Information:
The school is looking to appoint 3 SENCA for 22.5 hrs per week. These are permanent positions. The school will also be compiling a reserve list which will be used to appoint both permanent and fixed term appointments ranging from 10 hpw - 27.5 hpw. Where a post (permanent or fixed term) becomes available, candidates will be then be contacted in order of merit.

Once a job offer has been accepted by a candidate, they will be removed from the list for any future vacancies that arise within the 12 months from date of interview. A maximum of 3 job offers will be made before removal from the reserve list.

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.

The precise duties of the post will be determined by the principal/outreach teacher/ Education Authority officer.

• 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.

• Assist pupil(s) 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 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.

• Assist with classroom administration.
• Assist the class teacher and/or other professionals with the implementation of the system for recording the pupil(s) progress.
• Contribute to the maintenance of pupil(s) progress records.
• Provide regular feedback about the pupil(s) to the teacher/officer.
• Duplicate written materials, assist with production of charts and displays, record radio and television programmes, catalogue and process books and resources.

• Attend relevant in-service training.
• Assist work placement students with practical tasks.
• Such other duties as…