High Level Teaching Assistant

Suffolk Jobs Direct Careers; Felixstowe; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated High Level Teaching Assistant is needed at a supportive school in Felixstowe, focused on children with severe learning difficulties. This permanent position involves developing tailored educational strategies and leading a team while making a meaningful impact. Join a passionate team and contribute to enriching the lives of students with complex needs.

Benefits

Opportunities for ongoing professional development

Supportive and inclusive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience with severe learning difficulties and SEN knowledge.
• Confidently direct and support other teaching assistants.
• Ability to design personalized learning experiences.

Responsibilities

• Oversee speech and language interventions for children.
• Collaborate on individualized curriculum design.
• Deliver lessons in the absence of the teacher.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Development

Creativity

Adaptability

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

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• Address: Langer Primary Academy, Felixstowe, Suffolk IP11 2HL
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year
• Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible
• Reference: 7573
  
  
  

Job Description

• Address: Langer Primary Academy, Felixstowe, Suffolk IP11 2HL
• Salary: £25,583 - £27,269 pro rata (£21,680 - £23,109 per annum)
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year
• Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible
• Reference: 7573
  
  
  

Langer Academy’s Felixstowe Specialist Severe Learning Difficulties Hub is seeking a passionate and dedicated High Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of 15 amazing children with complex needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Speech and Language Development: Take ownership of speech and language interventions, working closely with specialist teams to implement tailored communication strategies for each child.

Bespoke Curriculum Design: Collaborate with the class teacher to support the creation and delivery of individualised curriculums, ensuring every child's learning needs are met.

Leadership and Support: Confidently direct and guide other staff members in providing exceptional support for the children, ensuring a high standard of care and education at all times.

Teaching Delivery: Deliver high-quality lessons in the absence of the teacher, maintaining a nurturing and structured learning environment.

Ideal Candidate:

• A qualified HLTA or equivalent experience (training can be provided), with a passion for working with children who have severe learning difficulties.
• Under the guidance of the class, be confident in directing and supporting a team of teaching assistants and other staff.
• Experience in speech and language development and a commitment to supporting the communication needs of each child.
• Creative and adaptable, with the ability to design and deliver personalised learning experiences.
• Strong knowledge of SEN (Special Educational Needs) and a track record of supporting children with EHCPs.
  
  
  

Why Join Langer Academy Felixstowe Hub?

• Be part of a supportive and inclusive team dedicated to empowering children with complex needs.
• Make a real difference in a small, focused learning environment where each child is valued.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and specialist training through Unity Trust.
  
  
  

If you are a committed HLTA looking for a rewarding role where you can lead, inspire, and contribute to the growth of incredible children, we would love to hear from you!

How to apply:

Please read the Job Description (pdf) and Candidate Information Pack (pdf)

Please feel free to contact the HR team by either calling 01440 333400 or emailing: [e-mail]

To find out more, please visit our website (Unity School’s Partnership)

Closing date: 9 am, 25 June 2025.

Interview date: 30 June 2025.

We reserve the right to interview earlier should a suitable applicant be found.

Please note: we may hold interviews as and when applications are received and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date. We only accept applications submitted online via our careers website and which are completed before the closing deadline. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible and advise you check the job information as per the listing on our careers site.

In line with safer recruitment, we are unable to accept CVs. Failure to complete an application form satisfactorily may result in not being shortlisted for the post.

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment and promoting the welfare of pupils. Our comprehensive recruitment and selection processes aim to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Successful candidates are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks. We are equally committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity. We aim for our workforce to be representative of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to providing equality and fairness in our recruitment and employment practices and not to discriminate on any grounds. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.

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