Individual Asssistant

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide support for an individual pupil, within a group context or individually, both inside and outside of the classroom to enable the pupil to fully participate in a range of activities during the school day.
• To be proactive in matters relating to health and safety, including awareness and understanding of any medical care plan, risk assessment and/or personal emergency evacuation plan relating to the pupil.
• Support the pupil in relation to their individual needs whether logistical, physical, emotional, behavioural, social or communication. This could include intimate care where the pupil requires such support.
• Promote the child’s independence when working in class, in a group, in developing their friendships and managing their belongings and daily routine.
• Support the aims of the school, comply with the requirements of health and safety, code of conduct and other relevant legislation and school policies.
• Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance.
• Attend training sessions and professional meetings, as required.
• Work with other professionals as needed, e.g. Speech and Language Therapists and Occupational Therapists.
• Build a close working relationship with the class teacher and communicate regularly and openly.