Classroom Assistant

Classroom Assistant - Special Educational NeedsLocation: Sullivan Upper School, Belfast Road, Holywood, BT18 9EP Salary: Points 11-14, £14.99-£15.73 per hour Contract: Fixed-term, part-time, term-time Start date: As soon as possible, subject to satisfactory pre-employment checksSullivan Upper School is seeking three caring and enthusiastic Classroom Assistants to support pupils within its Secondary Department.The successful candidates will work with pupils on the Special Educational Needs Register, including those with social, behavioural, emotional and wellbeing needs and/or communication and social interaction difficulties.Available positions: Two posts working 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8.40am-3.40pmOne post working 19.5 hours per week, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 8.40am-3.40pm These are fixed-term appointments that may be extended or reviewed.The roleWorking under the direction of the SENCO and classroom teachers, you will help pupils access the curriculum, participate in school life and develop greater confidence and independence.Your responsibilities will include: Providing individual and small-group support in and outside the classroomSupporting pupils with learning activities, equipment and classroom resourcesHelping to implement Education Plans, Care Plans and behaviour-support programmesEncouraging pupil participation, motivation and independenceSupporting pupils with personal, physical, medical or dietary needs when requiredSupervising pupils during ..... full job details .....