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 are in the teacher’s care in or outside the classroom.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

SPECIAL CLASSROOM SUPPORT

• Assist the teacher with the support and care of pupil(s) with special educational needs, enabling access to the curriculum and attending to personal needs including dietary, feeding, and toileting.
• 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.
• Contribute to the inclusion of the pupi...