Teaching Assistant - SEND Support

Main Purpose of the Role: As part of a multi-disciplinary team under the leadership and supervision of the teacher and senior staff, you will work with individuals and groups, including those with SEN, to supervise their physical and general care. Additionally, you will support pupils' access to learning and provide general assistance in managing classrooms across the school. Support for Pupils: Supervise and provide targeted support to ensure pupils have access to learning activities. Attend to pupils' personal needs and implement related programs, including social, health, physical, hygiene, first aid, and welfare matters. Assist in developing and implementing targets on Education and Health Care plans. Establish constructive relationships with pupils and interact according to their individual needs. Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils. Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in teacher-led learning activities. Set challenging expectations and promote self-esteem and independence. Provide feedback to pupils on their progress and achievements under the teacher's guidance. Use strategies, in liaison with the teacher, to help pupils achieve learning goals. Implement structured learning activities under the teacher's guidance. Monitor pupils' responses to learning activities and accurately record their achievements and progress. Provide detailed and regular feedback to teachers on pupils' achievements, progress, and any issues. Promote good pupil behaviour, promptly addressing conflicts and incidents in line with established policies and encourage pupils to take responsibility for their behaviour. Support for the Curriculum: Undertake structured and agreed learning activities/teaching programs, adjusting activities based on pupil responses. Support the use of ICT in learning activities and help develop pupils' competence and independence in its use. Prepare, maintain, and use equipment/resources required for lesson plans. Adapt planned learning activities as needed to ensure pupil success. Support for the School: Comply with policies and procedures related to safeguarding, health, safety, security, and data protection, reporting all concerns to the appropriate person. Maintain confidentiality regarding issues linked to home, pupils, teachers, school, and work. Support diversity and ensure all pupils have equal access to learning and development opportunities. Contribute to the overall ethos, work, and aims of the school. Appreciate and support the roles of other professionals. Attend and participate in relevant meetings and be part of the pupil's annual review. Assist with the supervision of pupils outside lesson times, including before and after school. Participate in training, other learning activities, and performance development as required.