High level teaching assistant

Make a meaningful impact in a nurturing and inclusive educational environment.

A well-regarded specialist independent school in Surrey is seeking a dedicated and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support pupils with special educational needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to work closely with teachers, pupils, and multidisciplinary teams to promote effective teaching, learning, and pupil development.

 Key Responsibilities:

Support for Teaching and Learning:

• Assist in planning and preparing differentiated lessons and learning materials.
• Lead class teaching under supervision when required.
• Support pupils individually and in groups to access the curriculum and achieve learning goals.
• Reinforce behavioural, social, and emotional learning strategies.

Pupil Support:

• Promote independence, confidence, and social inclusion.
• Build positive relationships and act as a role model.
• Liaise with teachers, parents, and external professionals to support pupil needs.
• Provide guidance and support to pupils facing challenges.

Assessment & Monitoring:

• Assist in tracking pupil progress and maintaining records.
• Report achievements and concerns to teaching staff.

Resource Management:

• Mentor new teaching assistants and support curriculum leaders.
• Monitor and plan resource use for subject areas.
• Support extended learning activities and school events.

Additional Duties:

• Supervise pupils during breaks and mealtimes.
• Participate in educational visits and extracurricular activities.
• Maintain safeguarding, confidentiality, and school policies.

 Person Specification:

Qualifications & Experience:

• GCSEs (Grades 9–4/A*–C) in English & Maths.
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Learning Support or Working with Children.
• Experience in special education and leading learning activities.
• Additional training (e.g. First Aid, Child Protection, Behaviour Management).
• Full, clean driving licence.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Strong literacy, numeracy, and ICT skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• Understanding of SEND and curriculum adaptation.
• Behaviour management and safeguarding knowledge.
• Ability to lead learning activities and support curriculum delivery.

Personal Qualities:

• Empathetic, patient, and resilient.
• Committed to pupil wellbeing and school values.
• Flexible, proactive, and team-oriented.
• Enthusiastic about working in a special needs setting.

✅ Why Apply?

• Join a supportive and inclusive school community.
• Make a real difference in pupils’ lives.
• Benefit from professional development and mentoring.
• Enjoy a structured work-life balance with term-time hours.

 Ready to Apply?

If you’re passionate about education and supporting pupils with special needs, we’d love to hear from you!

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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