GRADE: 3 Responsible to: Headteacher and Senior Teacher (Inclusion) Receives instructions from: Senior Teacher (Inclusion) / Class Teacher Purpose of Job: To assist in the support and inclusion of a pupil with special educational needs and other pupils as necessary within the school. DUTIES: A. Supporting the pupil 1. To develop a knowledge of a range of learning support needs relevant to the school 2. To develop an understanding of the specific needs of pupils to be supported 3. To aid the pupil/s to learn as effectively as possible both in group situations and individually, inside and outside of the classroom. For example: Clarifying and explaining instructions Ensuring the pupil is able to use necessary equipment Motivating and encouraging the pupil/s Assisting in areas of specific weakness, such as speech and language, writing tasks or physical disabilities Helping pupil/s to concentrate on and finish work set Attending to pupils’ personal and health needs Developing appropriate resources to support the pupil/s Assisting in the management of pupils’ social interactions and behaviour 4. To establish a supportive relationship with the pupil/s concerned and their family 5. To establish acceptance and inclusion of the pupil/s in the classroom 6. To manage pupil/s as advised by the Inclusion Manager and Class Teacher 7. To use methods of promoting / reinforcing the pupil’s self-esteem 8. To ensure the safety of the pupil/s while in your care 9. To carry out any specific duties as outlined in the pupil/s Individual Support Plan (ISP). B. Supporting the SENCo and Class Teacher 1. To assist the Inclusion Manager to develop a suitable program of support and then carry out the program, within the classroom or in a withdrawal situation 2. To maintain the Inclusion Team’s system of recording and monitoring of pupils’ progress 3. To provide feedback about pupils’ difficulties and/or progress to the Inclusion Manager and Class Teacher 4. To write reports about the pupil/s progress as requested by the Inclusion Manager 5. To participate in the evaluation of the support program with the Inclusion Manager and Class Teacher 6. To help adapt/find differentiated materials to enable pupil/s to access the class curriculum 7. To report any problems about arrangements or any incidents to the Inclusion Manager, or if unavailable, to the Class Teacher. C. Supporting the School 1. Where appropriate, to foster links between home and school 2. To liaise, advise and consult with other members of the Inclusion Team team 3. To contribute to Annual Review meetings, as appropriate 4. To participate in relevant professional development 5. To be aware of / follow school policies and procedures 6. To maintain confidentiality about home-school / pupil-teacher / school work matters 7. To complete any other task as directed by the Headteacher. Job Details Salary: NJC Grade 3 SCP 3 (Approx £15,677.66 pa) Contract Type: Fixed Term, Term Time Only Working Pattern: Monday-Friday 9am-3:15pm, with a 30min unpaid break Location: Turners Hill CofE Primary School, Church Road, Turners Hill, RH10 4PA Interviews: 9th July 2025 Further Information Turners Hill CofE Primary School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references. How to Apply To apply for this role please download the job description and application form below. Complete the application form and ensure that you outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description). Once complete please return this to sbm@turnershillschool.org.uk, FAO Kylie Wicker, School Business Manager. Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us or contact us on 01342 715412. NOTE TO CANDIDATES - Please do not select the ‘Apply online’ button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site. The reference number for this role is SCHO00259. Available documents West Sussex County Council. Location : Turners Hill, West Sussex, United Kingdom