Support Staff

To work under the instruction of teaching/senior staff, usually in the classroom with the teacher, to support access to learning for pupils.

To provide general support to the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom.

To contribute to the overall ethos, work and aims of the school.

Attend to the personal needs of pupils and implement related personal programmes, including social, health, physical, hygiene, first-aid and welfare matters.

Supervise and provide support to pupils ensuring their safety and access to learning activities.

Support pupils to understand instructions, and in respect of local and national learning strategies such as literacy, numeracy, early years, as directed by the teacher.

Establish good relationships with pupils, acting as a role model, being aware of and responding appropriately to their individual needs, and encouraging pupils to interact with others and engage in activities with others.

Prepare the classroom as directed for lessons, clear afterwards and assist with the display of pupils’ work.

Undertake pupil record-keeping as requested by the teacher.

Maintain awareness of pupil problems, progress and achievements, and report to the teacher as agreed and/or appropriate.

Gather and report information from and/or to parents/carers as directed by the teacher.

Prepare and maintain equipment and resources as directed by the teacher, and assist pupils in their use, including basic ICT equipment.

Provide a range of clerical and administrative support to teaching staff, including photocopying, word-processing, filing and collecting money.

Support the teacher in managing pupil behaviour, reporting conflict and incidents in accordance with the school’s policies and procedures.

Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils.

Assist with supervision of pupils out of lesson times, including before and after school and at lunchtimes.

Accompany teaching staff and pupils on trips and school activities as required.

Participate in training and development activities and programmes, and attend and participate in meetings, as required.

Possess strong Literacy and Numeracy knowledge base and skills set.

Appreciate and support the role of other professionals.

Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures, and report all concerns to an appropriate person, in respect of:

• child protection,
• health, safety and security,
• confidentiality, and
• data protection.

Ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop.