Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Academics; Bath; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking educational institution is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support Key Stage 3 and 4 pupils with a passion for art and design. This full-time role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on students' learning and development, particularly those facing challenges. You will work closely with trained professionals, delivering engaging lessons and providing tailored support to help students overcome barriers to learning. If you are dedicated to fostering a love for education in young learners, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free parking on site

Accessible by public transport

Qualifications

• Hold HLTA status or extensive teaching assistance experience.
• Capable of delivering learning activities for individuals and groups.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned art and design lessons in teacher's absence.
• Provide 1:1 assistance for pupils with Special Needs.

Skills

Behaviour Management

Teaching Assistance

Art and Design Education

Special Educational Needs Support

Education

HLTA Status

Experience in Teaching Assistance

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Bath - BA2 - Bath and North East Somerset

Are you a teaching assistant with a passion for teaching art and design? Are you looking for ongoing, full time work?

HLTA required at a secondary PRU (Pupil Referral Unit) for Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 pupils who have a range of learning and behavioural needs. The school has a strong reputation in the local community and a proven track record of helping students to get back on track with their learning and development, catering for children and young adults who have been excluded from mainstream education or are in a transition period before finding a place in a specialist setting.

• Start ASAP
• £130 per day
• Full-time, Monday - Friday 8.30am to 3pm
• Term time only plus 5 inset days
• Bath - BA2 - free parking on site or easily accessible by public transport

About the Higher Level Teaching Assistant role

• Deliver pre-planned art and design lessons, in the absence of the regular teacher
• Providing learning support to KS3 and KS4 students who struggle with learning, social, or emotional barriers and helping them to rediscover their love for education.
• 1:1 assistance for pupils with Special Needs and challenging behaviour
• Working alongside fully trained therapists and psychologists as well as other professionals within the education/mental health field.

What we look for in a Higher Level Teaching Assistant

• Hold HLTA status or have extensive previous teaching assistance experience
• Be capable of delivering learning activities for individuals, smalls groups or the class as a whole.
• Experience of strong behaviour management within the classroom
• A passion for working with children, particularly those with special educational needs

If you are interested in this Higher Level Teaching Assistant role, please apply online or for further information contact Academics LTD Bristol office and speak to Janine Robinson

Please note: Academics are a leading education recruitment agency operating across England and Wales. All successful candidates will be subject to a full DBS check, and relevant references will be required. Academics is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children