Support for pupils
Support pupils' learning in the most effective way, working with multidisciplinary teams to promote each pupil's learning journey.
Demonstrate an excellent level of subject and curriculum knowledge relevant to their role and apply this effectively in supporting pupils.
Plan, prepare, teach, assess, and report in accordance with the school's curriculum and the needs of the pupils.
Work closely with the subject and pathway leads in the planning, development, and delivery of all areas of the curriculum.
Observe, monitor, and evaluate pupil responses to learning activities through a range of assessment and monitoring strategies.
Assess pupils' work regularly to ensure planning and teaching reflect the teacher's understanding of each pupil's attainment and show progress over time.
Collect evidence through video and photos and use the school's preferred online evidence based programme.
Communicate, collaborate, and consult with line managers, parents & carers, and other professionals to promote good progress and well-being of all pupils
Show an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to support the work of the teaching assistants and each pupil's progress.
Participate in appraisal and staff development activities to foster personal development as a professional.
Support for the Curriculum
Assist in the development of literacy, numeracy, independence and life skills.
Help adapt and plan the development of resources necessary to lead learning activities, considering complex learning difficulties, as well as pupils' interests, language, and cultural backgrounds.
Assist in the training and development of other staff, such as the teaching assistants.
Support for the School
Work in an environment where there is a varied intensity of demands from the pupils and where physical intervention may be needed to ensure the safety of the child and/or others.
Attend relevant meetings and participate in training opportunities and professional development as required.
Provide support for pupils' emotional and social needs by encouraging and modelling positive behaviour in line with school policies.
Plan, prepare for, and accompany school leaders and pupils on visits, trips, and out-of-school activities as required within contracted hours, taking responsibility for pupils and their individual needs under the teacher's supervision.
Assist with the general pastoral care of pupils, including helping those who are unwell, distressed, or unsettled and have emotional and behavioural difficulties.
Implement, as appropriate, visual/speech/physio programmes as determined by therapists and directed by teachers.
Follow the programme of medication for individual pupils as required.
Carry out the duties of fire wardens, first-aiders or EVAC-chair evacuations as assigned when applicable.
Follow Health and Safety regulations and guidelines, including risk-assessment and safety systems.
Promptly report any problems in maintaining standards of health and hygiene to teachers and line managers.
Assist in the physical management of individual pupils, including the fitting of leg/arm gaiters, body braces, and orthotics.
Accompany unwell pupils to home or to the hospital, when required.
Adhere to the school's policy on equality and diversity.
Ensure effective pupil transitions at the beginning and end of the school day, during breaks and lunch times.
Perform daily playground and lunch duties as designated by SLT.
Be responsible for the laundering of clothing and towels as required;
Participate in home visits, complete home/school online diaries, and assist with home/school liaison as required.
Check the condition of learning resources and materials after use and report any damage or losses to the teacher.
Comply with the school's requirements for storage and security of pupils' records.
Collect, collate, and pass on information for the school office promptly.
Maintain confidentiality according to organisational and legal requirements.

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