Support Assistants

Job Description

Job Purpose: The role of the Individual Needs Support Assistant (INSA’s) is to provide support to pupils and teachers in the Primary & Secondary Phase of the School. The Individual Needs Support Assistant will support the teachers in enhancing the effective involvement of pupils with SEND and/or learning barriers in their academic and social development.

Reporting To: Inclusion Leader

Responsibilities:

Work alongside teachers and other staff to support pupils’ learning, especially those with SEND or a learning barrier

Implement focused interventions as outlined in IAPs

Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils

Provide feedback to pupils in relation to their progress and achievement, under the guidance of teachers

Provide feedback to teachers the progress, outcomes and achievements made by pupils

Monitor, maintain & review records of pupil progress over time and support teachers to plan subsequent learning based on their needs.

 Apply strategies to promote pupils’ self-esteem, self-confidence and independence

Prepare the learning environment and resources under the direction of teachers i.e preparing classrooms materials, equipments & supplies.

Supervise and support pupils during field trips, group activities, sports events or other events, etc.

Work as part of an Inclusion Team, accessing relevant training and attending parent review meetings where necessary

•       Native English speakers available to work from 7 am - 4 pm.
•       Strong work ethic along with a commitment to staff and student privacy.
•       Good organisational and interpersonal skills.
•       Strong written & oral communication skills in English
•       Experience of working with children
•       Knowledge of inclusive pedagogies
•       Knowledge of SEND is an advantage
•     Candidates with bilingual skills is an advantage.
•      Candidates applying for this position MUST be sponsored by their spouse/father as this is a local contract therefore there are no additional benefits other than all school holidays as per academic year 
• Start Date: Aug 2016.