Student Support:
• Provide tailored one-on-one and group support to students with SEMH and other special educational needs (SEN) during classroom activities.
• Clarify instructions, motivate students, and provide reassurance to help them stay focused and engaged in learning tasks.
• Foster positive relationships with students, using praise, encouragement, and a consistent, nurturing approach to support their social and emotional development.
Behaviour Management:
• Implement agreed-upon behaviour management strategies to ensure a structured, positive learning environment.
• Contribute to developing and following support plans for individual students.
• Assist in risk assessments and ensure appropriate safeguarding measures are taken.
Delivery:
• Lead on the ‘Motional’ mental health & emotional wellbeing programme within your class.
Collaboration and Communication:
• Work closely with class teachers, SEN coordinator, and other professionals to contribute to the planning and delivery of lessons, using the Assess Plan Do Review model.
• Participate in multi-agency meetings, sharing relevant information about student progress and needs.
• Provide regular feedback to teachers about student behaviour, progress, and engagement.
Resource Development:
• Assist in the preparation and creation of teaching materials and resources tailored to individual student needs.
• Use ICT tools to support student learning and engage them in educational activities.
Monitoring and Assessment:
• Assist in observing and assessing students’ academic and emotional development, modifying learning tasks as necessary to meet their specific needs.
• Help gather evidence to support teacher evaluations of student progress.
Additional Support:
• Provide nurture and additional support for students during non-academic times such as break or lunch periods.
• Ensure the well-being and safety of students at all times by adhering to safeguarding policies.
Personal development programme:
• There will be opportunities for staff to use existing skills, hobbies and passions to enhance the schools personal development programme. (e.g. gardening/outdoor learning/climbing/the Arts etc)
Experience & Skills:
* Experience working with children, especially those with SEMH, autism, ADHD, or other special educational needs.
* A strong understanding of behaviour management strategies and experience implementing them effectively.
* Excellent communication skills to work with students, staff, and parents, promoting a cohesive learning environment.
* Patience, resilience, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
* A genuine commitment to helping students achieve their potential through dedicated support.
* Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection policies is essential.
* A commitment to personal professional development is essential.
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