Description
Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Location: Effingham, Surrey,
Overview:
Position: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Location: Effingham, Surrey
Salary: £14 – £15.28 per hour (actual annual salary: £25,015 – £27,302, depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week, term time only
Start Date: April 2025
Sector: SEN
About the School:
The school is a new, specialized school in Effingham, Surrey that opened 4 months ago. The school caters to students aged 6-16 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), moderate to severe learning needs, and associated challenges. The school aims to provide a tailored, specialist approach to support each student’s unique requirements.
The Opportunity:
The school are looking for dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to join their growing team. You’ll work closely with the Education Team to support the smooth operation of this brand-new school. This is a unique chance to shape the future of a new SEN school, contribute to its development, and be a key part of its growth from the start.
Job Summary:
As an HLTA, you will support the Class Teacher in the day-to-day management of the class and deliver whole class, group, and individual lessons as needed. In the teacher’s absence, you will deputize and take responsibility for all areas, including:
Pupil Welfare and Safeguarding
Supporting Teaching and Learning
Monitoring Pupil Progress and Attainment
Supporting and mentoring Teaching AssistantsQualifications:
HLTA Diploma or equivalent Level 4 qualification, or evidence of equivalent skills
GCSEs in English and Maths (grade C/4 or above)Knowledge and Experience:
Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), particularly SLD/ASD
Understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection procedures
Experience managing a range of behaviours, including those that challenge
Prior experience working in an educational setting, preferably in a multi-cultural, inclusive environmentSkills and Behaviours:
Commitment to putting the child first and treating each student as an individual
Positive, creative approach to meeting pupils’ needs
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent interpersonal skills for collaborative work with staff and other professionals
Strong numeracy and literacy skills
Competent ICT skills
Flexible, adaptable, and solution-oriented
Physically capable of meeting the demands of the roleBe a part of something new! If you’re passionate about education and want to make a difference in the lives of young people, apply today and a consultant will be in touch asap
