A very good standard of education, particularly in English and mathematics (Grade C/5, at least in both)
Experience of working with young people.
Experience of using Information Technology.
Knowledge of the legal and organisational requirements for maintaining the health, safety and security of yourself and others in the learning environment.
Ability to provide classroom cover, within agreed parameters, in the absence of the class teacher.
Ability to consistently and effectively implement agreed behaviour management strategies.
Ability to use language and other communication skills that pupils can understand and relate to.
Ability to establish positive relationships with pupils and empathise with their needs.
Ability to demonstrate active listening skills.
Ability to provide levels of individual attention, reassurance and help with learning tasks as appropriate to pupils’ needs, encouraging the pupils to stay on task.
Ability to monitor the pupils’ response to the learning activities as agreed with the teacher to achieve the intended learning outcomes.
Ability to carry out and report on systematic observations of pupils’ knowledge, understanding and skills.
Ability to assist in the recording of lessons and assessment as required by the teacher.
Ability to offer constructive feedback to pupils to reinforce self-esteem.
Ability to work effectively and supportively as a member of the school team.
Ability to work within and apply all school policies eg. behaviour management, safeguarding and child protection, Health and Safety, Equal Opportunities, etc.
Willingness to participate in further training and developmental opportunities offered by the college and County, to increase knowledge.
Willingness to maintain confidentiality on all college matters.
A confident communicator with strong inter-personal skills.
Integrity, good humoured and a caring and positive outlook.
Supportive of the Catholic ethos of the school. (You do not need to be a Catholic).

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