Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Teaching Personnel are excited to be recruiting on behalf of a new purpose built independent school, catering for children age 8-16 with Autism, Emotional Based School Avoidance (EBSA) and associated mental health needs including developmental trauma.

The school specialises in providing therapeutic education through a bespoke multi-disciplinary approach, combining education, therapy and family support to re-engage learners. The school consists of classrooms, a sensory integration space, multi therapy spaces, workshop, poly-tunnel and Forest School.

Salary Details: £27,780 - £30,564 FTE (equivalent to Hampshire Pay Scale Grade D)

Contract Type / Hours of Work: Permanent. Full time for 37.5 hours/week, 08:30 - 16:30 (part time hours will be considered). Term time only.

Your duties will include:

• Supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) to achieve their academic, social and emotional goals.
• Working closely with teachers, therapists and other professionals to deliver learning and intervention programmes.
• Support and implement Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and individual learning plans.
• Lead learning activities with individuals, small groups and classes of up to six pupils.
• Help pupils develop independence, confidence, resilience and engagement in learning.
• Contribute to a safe, nurturing and inclusive school environment.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary classroom team and occasionally lead the class during planned teacher release time or staff absence.
• SEN experience is beneficial but not essential; suitable for experienced HLTAs, Teaching Assistants looking to progress, or qualified teachers seeking a different setting.

We're looking for someone who:

• Is an experienced TA, a current HLTA looking for their next challenge or a teacher with a change of circumstances.
• Has a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Builds positive relationships and maintains high expectations for all pupils.
• Is proactive, adaptable and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Understands safeguarding, confidentiality and professional responsibilities.
• Is committed to ongoing training and professional development.
• Demonstrates energy, enthusiasm, resilience and a positive attitude.
• Is willing to go the extra mile to help every child succeed.
• Holds a full UK driving licence and has access to a vehicle

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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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