ABSTRACT
As an assistant whose job it is to work with children and young people who have special educational needs, you will have a range of needs yourself!
knowledge of the special educational need or needs of the child whom you are supporting and the learning implications for the child
knowledge of the strategies which are likely to be the most effective in helping the child
access to a teacher or another assistant who can give you guidance and answer any questions
an awareness of your role in
supporting the child or young person
supporting the teacher
supporting the curriculum
supporting the school.
