Learning Support Specialist

5 days ago

Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia International Schools Partnership Full time
Job Description

The role of the SEN Lead Teacher is to provide support and guidance to pupils with special educational needs, aiming to remove barriers to learning and promote effective participation.

This involves overseeing systems and procedures to ensure a consistent referral, observation, and intervention process, collaborating with teaching staff to develop inclusive teaching strategies, and providing training on SEN best practice.

The SEN Lead Teacher conducts regular assessments to track progress, maintains accurate records, and communicates with parents, carers, and external agencies to coordinate additional support.

Staying up to date with SEN developments and engaging in continuous professional development are also key aspects of this role.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide support and guidance to pupils with special educational needs to remove barriers to learning, promote effective participation, enhance self-esteem, raise aspirations, and enable them to achieve their full potential.
  • Plan and provide interventions for pupils in both 1:1 and small group sessions.
  • Offer opportunities for able pupils to access higher levels of learning, develop specific skills and talents, and coordinate pastoral support for them both socially and intellectually.
  • Provide objective and accurate feedback and reports on pupil achievement, progress, and other matters, ensuring the availability of appropriate evidence.
  • Establish and maintain a framework for Individualised Education Programmes (IEPs) to support class teachers in effective teaching delivery and keep parents informed of progress.
  • Identify pupils with special requirements such as visual, speaking, or learning difficulties and ensure they qualify for examination access arrangements.

Recording and Assessment:

  • Set targets for raising achievement among pupils with SEN.
  • Collect and interpret assessment data for pupils with SEN and provide analysis on their progress and attainment.
  • Establish systems for identifying, assessing, and reviewing pupil progress.
  • Inform the Heads of School on the effectiveness of provision for pupils.

Communication:

  • Ensure all staff members recognize and fulfill their responsibilities to pupils with SEN.
  • Work closely with subject teachers to identify pupils with special requirements and ensure they qualify for examination access arrangements.
  • Disseminate good practice across the school.
  • Support parents in understanding and addressing their child's needs and behaviors.
  • Serve as a primary contact for vulnerable pupils and their parents, providing emotional wellbeing support.
  • Offer training opportunities for Teaching Assistants and other teachers to enhance their understanding of Special Educational Needs (SEN).
  • Identify and recommend resources to meet the needs of pupils with SEN, advising the Head of Schools on priorities.
  • Attend consultation evenings to keep parents informed about their child's development and progress.
  • Regularly meet with the designated line manager for caseload supervision and to report on the progress of identified pupils.
  • Participate in network meetings with other professionals to enhance practice.

Collegiality:

  • Foster positive relationships with parents and other visitors to the school.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Ensure pupils feel supported by showing empathy, understanding, and providing direction and motivation.

Other Responsibilities:

  • Undertake additional duties as requested by the Head of Schools to ensure the effective operation of the school.
  • Assist in the development of policies and procedures related to SEN, child protection, health, safety, security, confidentiality, and data protection, reporting concerns to the appropriate person.

Requirements:

A suitable candidate will possess an appropriate degree and teaching qualification, such as a Bachelor's Degree with PGDT or Diploma in Education. They should also have relevant experience in supporting students with special educational needs.

Personal Qualities:

  • Exemplify the school's values, prioritizing learners' and learning above all else.
  • Collaborate and support colleagues in a team environment.
  • Embody honesty and integrity, maintaining confidentiality when required.
  • Demonstrate empathy, humility, and genuine care when interacting with families and students.
  • Drive improvements in pupil access to learning and their broader learning experiences through strategic thinking and improvement initiatives.
  • Possess excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

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