Classroom Assistant Special Educational Needs Specialist Provision

PERSON SPECIFICATION

NOTES TO JOB APPLICANTS

• You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question how and to what extent you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria where relevant.
• You must demonstrate how you meet the criteria by the closing date for applications unless the criteria state otherwise.
• The stage in the process when the criteria will be measured is outlined in the table below.
• Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria set out in Section 1 below using the information provided by you on your application form.
• Please note that the Selection Panel reserves the right toshortlist only those applicants that it believes most strongly meet thecriteria for the role.
• In the event of an excessive number of applications the Selection Panel also reserves the right to apply any desirable criteria asoutlined in Section 3 at shortlisting in which case these will be applied in the order listed. It is important therefore that you also clearly demonstrate on your application form how you meet any desirable criteria.

SECTION 1 ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

The following are essential criteria which will initially be measured at the shortlisting stage and which may also be further explored during the interview / selection stage . You should therefore make it clear on your application form how and to what extent you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.

Factor

Essential Criteria

Method of Assessment

Qualifications / Professional Membership

Hold a minimum of a Level 2 childcare qualification as approved by EA (A list of approved qualifications is available to download from the EA website www.eani)

Shortlisting by Application Form

Experience

Have a minimum of six months experience of working with a child / children in a formal learning environment e.g. school nursery or playgroup

Shortlisting by Application Form

Skills / Abilities

Evidence of a working knowledge of information technology systems including :

Shortlisting by Application Form

SECTION 2 ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

The following are additional essential criteria which will be measured during the interview / selection stage.

Factor

Essential Criteria

Method of Assessment

Knowledge

Demonstrable knowledge of the following :

Interview

Skills / Abilities

Evidence of an ability to work flexibly and creatively to help ensure a childcentred learning experience

Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills

Proven team working and collaborative skills

Evidence of effective planning and organising skills to ensure work is completed on time to the required standard

Interview

Values Orientation

Evidence of how your experience and approach to work reflect the schools values / ethos. You will find information about the schools values / ethos on our school website

Interview

SECTION 3 DESIRABLE CRITERIA

Some or all of the desirable criteria may be applied by the Selection Panel in order to determine a manageable pool of candidates. Desirable criteria will be applied in the order listed. You should make it clear on your application form how and to what extent you meet the desirable criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.

Factor

Desirable Criteria

Method of Assessment

Qualifications / Experience

Shortlisting by Application Form

DISCLOSURE OF CRIMINAL BACKGROUND

The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (Northern Ireland) Order 2007 defines working directly with children or young people or in specified places as regulated activity.

In the event that you are recommended for appointed to a post that involves regulated activity the Education Authority will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure of Criminal Background. Please note that you WILL be expected to meet the cost of an Enhanced Disclosure Certificate. Details of how to make payment will be sent to you at the preemployment stage.

Further information can be accessed at NI Director the Department of Justice.

APPLICANT GUIDANCE NOTES

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JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE : Classroom Assistant Special Educational Needs

REPORTS TO : The Principal through the class teacher

JOB PURPOSE

Under the direction of the class teacher / outreach teacher / Education Authority assist with the educational support and the care of the pupil(s) with special educational needs who is / are in the teachers care in or outside the classroom.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The precise duties of the post will be determined by the principal / outreach teacher / Education Authority officer.

SPECIAL CLASSROOM SUPPORT

GENERAL CLASSROOM SUPPORT

clarifying and explaining instruction;

ensuring the pupils are able to use equipment and materials provided;

assisting in motivating and encouraging the pupil(s) as required;

assisting in areas requiring reinforcement or development;

promoting the independence of pupils to enhance learning;

helping pupil(s) stay on work set;

meeting physical / medical needs as required whilst encouraging independence.

ADMINISTRATION

OTHER DUTIES

This job description will be subject to review in light of changing circumstances and is not intended to be rigid and inflexible but should be regarded as providing guidelines within which the individual works. Other duties of a similar nature and appropriate to the grade may be assigned from time to time.

In accordance with Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act 1998 the postholder is expected to promote good relations equality of opportunity and pay due regard for equality legislation at all times.

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Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1