LSA and Lunchtime Supervisor

 Professional Qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent level, including at least a Grade 4 (previously Grade C) in English and Maths 
• First-aid training, or willingness to complete it (D)
• Additional relevant qualifications (D)

Experience

• Experience of working in a school environment or other educational setting
• Experience of working with children / young people 
• Working knowledge of the KS2 national curriculum
• Understanding of methods used to lead and support learning in whole class, small groups or 1:1
• Working collaboratively with the teacher in lessons, adapting as appropriate to meet children’s needs and their learning
• Experience of how to adapt resources / learning to ensure support and extension of individuals is appropriate and well-matched
• Use of appropriate classroom and behaviour management strategies
• Assistance with educational healthcare plans (EHCPs) 
• Experience of carrying out specific specialist provision (e.g. speech therapy) and support other staff in the school as appropriate and directed (D)

Skills and Knowledge

• Good literacy and numeracy skills 
• Good organisational skills 
• Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils and adults
• Skills and expertise in understanding the needs of all pupils
• Knowledge of how to help adapt and deliver support to meet individual needs
• Subject and curriculum knowledge relevant to the role, and ability to apply this effectively in supporting teachers and pupils
• Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children
• Good ICT skills, particularly using ICT to support learning
• Understanding of roles and responsibilities within the classroom and whole school context 
• Understanding of effective teaching methods
• Knowledge of how to support learners in accessing the curriculum in accordance with the SEND code of practice 

Developing Self and working with others

• Understands own strengths and areas for development, is self-motivated and reflective.
• Acts on feedback or self-evaluation in order to improve own performance. 
• Demonstrates high expectations for self and others. 
• Communicate effectively with parents with regard to pupils’ achievements and well-being (D)

Personal skills and attributes

• Enjoyment of working with children
• Sensitivity and understanding, to help build good relationships with pupils
• A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils, and promoting the ethos and values of the school
• Energy, enthusiasm and passion. 
• Is approachable, able to communicate effectively and concisely and is a good listener. 
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
• Commitment to safeguarding pupils’ wellbeing and equality
• Is flexible, creative and helps others solve problems
• Resilient, positive, forward looking and enthusiastic about making a difference

Safeguarding children

• Has a strong understanding of safeguarding requirements and practise of ensuring that children are safe from harm.
• Has a strong understanding of responsibilities in ensuring that children are safe and ensures that policies and guidance are followed.