Job Title: The Classroom Learning Support (CLS) worker for a child with Autism Spectrum Condition

Main Responsibilities

1. Supporting the pupil’s learning either in groups or through 1:1 work.

The exact tasks will depend on the learning support needs of the pupil but may include:

• Supporting the development of skills in literacy, numeracy, communication and social and behavioural needs,
• Working with pupils on a one to one or group basis as required by the HoALN.
• Adapting and personalising work for the pupil to suit their ability and interests,
• Using knowledge of pupil’s learning support needs to suggest appropriate adjustments to lesson plans to teachers,
• Clarifying and explaining instructions using language that is accessible for the child, 
• Motivating and supporting the pupil,
• Helping the pupil to regulate their emotions by offering sensory breaks,
• A close liaison with the Class Teacher/s, the Additional Learning Needs coordinator, the speech and language therapist, external agencies (e.g. Occupational therapist) and parents, 
• Developing appropriate resources to support the pupil,
• Supporting pupil’s self-esteem, inclusion and behavioural development
• Encouraging an acceptance and inclusion of the pupil with additional learning needs,
• Developing methods of promoting/reinforcing the pupil’s self-esteem and independence,
• Providing individual supervision in and out of the classroom for the pupil,
• Establishing a supportive relationship with all pupils,
• Reinforcing the school ethos, e.g. expectations of behaviour within class and elsewhere on the school site,
• Supervising the pupil on outings, school activities, and at lunchtimes and playtimes,
• Using praise, commentary and assistance to encourage the pupil to concentrate and stay on task,

2. Supporting the Class Teacher/s

• Using knowledge and experience of the pupil concerned, to contribute, in collaboration with the Class Teacher, the Additional Learning Needs coordinator and other professionals as appropriate, to the development and evaluation of a suitable programme of support for the child,
• Assisting with the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans(IEP), Behaviour Plans(IBIP), Individual Learning Programs(ILP) and Language Development(LD).
• Providing regular feedback, written and/or verbal, using agreed systems, about the pupil to the Teacher/s and the Additional Learning Needs coordinator.
• Attending planning sessions with class teachers and CLS to support the development of curriculum for child and inclusive practice within the classroom.
• Accessing long term and short term curriculum planning in advance of sessions to ensure readiness for learning.

3. Supporting the curriculum

• Supporting the delivery of the English and Mathematics along with other aspects of the mainstream curriculum and the enhanced curriculum offered by the school,
• Delivering bespoke interventions with support from other members of staff,

4. Supporting the school

• Where appropriate, fostering and developing links between a pupil’s home and the School,
• Assisting with setting up, storing and retrieving and general maintenance of classroom equipment and teaching aids, e.g. computers and computer software, resources, indoor and outdoor play equipment, photographic equipment etc.
• Treating all information relating to a pupil as strictly confidential, and to be aware of and comply with school policy and practice, receiving training where necessary from the school,
• Administering minor First Aid under the guidance of a qualified person.

5. Supporting personal Development

• Learning about and researching the effective methods of working with children with Autism Spectrum Condition
• To be aware of and comply with the policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security and to refer all concerns to the Child Protection Officer, receiving training where necessary from the school.
• Please also see: TBS Teacher, HLLS, CLS and LS expectations 

In addition, the role might include some general CLS duties as listed below:

• Assisting with the planning, delivery and assessment of learning under the direction of the teaching staff. Supervising groups in or out of the classroom.
• Preparing classrooms and resources including display of pupils’ work and providing clerical/administrative support e.g. photocopying, filing and record keeping.
• Using ICT for learning activities and supporting pupils to develop competence and independence in the use of ICT.
• Where necessary, liaising with parents in a professional manner, ensuring all relevant information is communicated to the Class Teacher and when necessary to the Additional Learning Needs coordinator.
• Communicating effectively with all staff and pupils, promoting professional relationships.
• Ensuring children remain within a safe environment and are able to play safely.
• Actively encouraging pupils to cooperate and play together.
• Setting suitable and positive behaviour standards in line with the school behaviour policy.
•  Managing behaviour issues in a calm and positive manner in line with the child’s personal support plan.
• Carrying out basic first aid as required. For more serious cases, ensure that one of the named First Aiders is called and a senior member of staff is informed.
• Ensuring that all incidents requiring first aid are communicated and recorded appropriately and in line with school’s procedures and policies.
• Reporting any concerns, details of incidents and accidents immediately to the senior member of staff and/or the Class Teacher as appropriate.
• Be familiar with and maintain up-to-date knowledge of the school’s Child Protection Policy and safeguarding procedures.
• Attend regular review meetings, staff meetings when required.
• Participate in Child Protection training and other training as required.
• Take on roles and responsibilities as directed by your Line Manager or the Principal.
• Other reasonable requests made by the Principal

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