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Support Assistant

Reference: FEB20170803
Expiry date: 2017-02-20 09:00:00.000
Location: Toot Hill School
Salary: £12,355.00 - £12,900.00 Pro Rata
Benefits: Healthcare package
Duration:Fixed term until 25th July 2017
Attachments: JobPackSupportAssistant.pdf

The main responsibilities of the role are:

  • Assisting in the support and inclusion of this individual within the classroom and school-wide activities
  • Working effectively with parents, school staff and outside agencies to implement advice and strategies.
  • Working one to one with this student during study times
  • Monitoring and assisting this student during break and lunch times.

The successful candidate will have:

  • Experience of working with children or young people in a similar role, preferably in a school environment.
  • Knowledge and experience of supporting children or young people with their personal care needs.
  • Educated to Level 2 (GCSE) or equivalent qualification /experience.
  • Ability to establish rapport and to maintain respectful and trusting relationships.
  • The ability to overcome barriers with children by implementing school policies, procedures and identified support mechanisms.
  • Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure.
  • A good understanding of Health and Safety, safeguarding and child protection.
  • A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion