Kerja Sepenuh Masa, Learning Support Assistant di Sir Manasseh Meyer International School - Maukerja

PURPOSE: To play a major role under the auspices of the
Trustees and under the overall direction of the
Principal.
RESPONSIBLE TO: Principal
SALARY/GRADE:
WORKING TIME: Full time

Summary of Responsibilities

Job Purpose:

• To provide learning support across classes and within the SEN department for students who are

on the SEN register or present with additional needs.

• Assist in providing support for the classroom teachers that enhances the learning environment

and the developmental and educational needs of the students’.

MAIN DUTIES

• Supporting SEN students either 1:1 or in intervention groups in the classroom.
• Providing targeted support outside of the classroom.
• Work on differentiated activities with groups of students.
• Liaise with the SENCO to deliver SEN provision according to the student’s ILP.
• Promote pupil’s self-esteem, independence, academic, physical and social inclusion and

constructive support to students.

School Expectation:

• Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety

and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to the appropriate
person.

• To take part in training activities offered by the school to further knowledge.
• Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school.
• Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance.
• Works in collaboration with other teaching assistants, support staff, administration.
• Appreciate and support their role.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students, children and
young people and expects all employees, volunteers and other third parties to share this
commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background screening will be
undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. All positions are subject to background check
clearance and successful employment references.

The job holder’s responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young
person’s for whom s/he is responsible, or with whom she/he comes into contact will be to adhere
to and ensure compliance with the school's Safeguarding, Child Protection Policy and Procedures
at all times. If in the course of carrying out the duties of the role, the job holder identifies any
instance that a child is suffering or likely to suffer significant harm either at school or at home,
she/he must report any concerns to the School’s Safeguarding Lead or to the Principal
accordingly.

Other Specific Duties:

• Any other duties as required by the Principal
  

Person Specification – Learning Support Assistant

Person Specification
A. Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant qualifications in early childhood development and special educational needs
• At least 2 years relevant experience working with children with special needs or in a similar

programmes
B. Knowledge, Understanding, Skills and Abilities

• Strong behaviour management skills
• Good levels of written and spoken English

C. Leadership/Personal Qualities

• Enthusiasm and aptitude for working with students
• Good team player, able to work well as part of a team