Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Salutem Care and Education; Billingshurst; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized educational institution in Billingshurst seeks a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to provide essential support in delivering high-quality education. The successful candidate will assist students with special educational needs, lead teaching sessions, and collaborate with teachers and professionals. This role offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a significant impact on children's lives within a supportive and safe environment. Competitive salary range is offered depending on experience.

Benefits

Enhanced DBS checks and rigorous pre-employment screening

Supportive and stimulating environment

Collaborative professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with special educational needs in a school setting.
• Ability to lead small group sessions and support classroom activities.
• Understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support high-quality education for students.
• Lead small group teaching sessions.
• Communicate effectively with staff and families.

Skills

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Support for children with special educational needs

Job description

About The Company

Ingfield Manor School is a non‑maintained special school and part of Salutem Care and Education who have services across England and Wales supporting adults and children in residential and educational environments. Based in its own idyllic grounds, Ingfield Manor School offers extensive specialist facilities with the aim to provide an exceptional learning environment, helping children and young people fulfil their potential. Facilities include woodland and outdoor classroom space, high specification sensory room and swimming pool. At Ingfield Manor School, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to live a healthy, active, and fulfilling life, regardless of their background or disability. The aim of our services is to provide a safe and stimulating environment that enables children and young people to flourish and grow. Our IMS provision caters for students aged 3—19 years with neurological motor impairment such as Cerebral Palsy and associated medical and sensory needs. Following the Conductive Education approach, Ingfield Manor School focuses on the holistic development of everyone, including their physical and communication skills.

About The Role

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Maternity Cover)

Location: Woodview at Ingfield Manor School

Reporting to: Lead Teacher

Hours: 40 hours per week, Term Time Only (39 weeks)

Salary: £24,440 – £26,403 pa (FT 52wks £28,496 – £30,784) dependent upon experience

About Us

At Woodview, part of Ingfield Manor School, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to live a healthy, active, and fulfilling life—regardless of background or disability. Our services provide a safe, stimulating environment for children and young people with special educational needs, including speech, language, and communication needs.

Role Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our team on a maternity cover basis. You will play a key role in supporting high‑quality education for our students, working closely with teachers and other professionals to promote inclusive learning and development.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Learning

• Lead small group teaching sessions under teacher guidance.
• Organise and support off‑site learning activities (e.g., school trips).
• Use ICT to enhance student learning.
• Cover and lead class teaching (under supervision) when required.
• Promote inclusive participation in learning and extracurricular activities.
• Maintain a safe and stimulating learning environment.
• Observe and report student performance to the class teacher.

Planning & Preparation

• Support assessment, planning, and progress monitoring.
• Prepare classrooms and resources for lessons.
• Contribute to lesson planning and structured learning activities.
• Plan for inclusive learning support.

Transition Support

• Assist with transition programmes for incoming Year 7 students.
• Support summer transition events and orientation sessions.
• Engage with students and families during the Autumn term to ease transitions.

Collaboration & Professional Development

• Communicate effectively with staff, students, and families.
• Share student insights with education, health, and social care professionals.
• Provide behaviour support and advice in collaboration with services.
• Participate in staff training and contribute to programme development.

Whole‑School Contribution

• Support the implementation of school policies and values.
• Contribute positively to the school’s ethos and wider life.

Safeguarding & Wellbeing

• Promote student safety and wellbeing.
• Follow safeguarding policies and procedures, including Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Our Values

• Supportive – Promoting opportunities for all.
• Ambitious – Striving for the best outcomes.
• Loyal – Putting people first and delivering on promises.
• Unique – Innovating without compromising quality.
• Transparent – Fostering openness and mutual respect.
• Engaging – Working in partnership with all stakeholders.
• Meaningful – Creating aspirational opportunities for life.

Additional Information

• All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and rigorous pre‑employment screening.
• A probation period of 6 months applies to all successful candidates.
• This job description is subject to review and may evolve in consultation with the post holder.

Salutem Care and Education is dedicated to protecting and promoting the well‑being of children, young adults, and vulnerable individuals. As part of our safer recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to complete thorough pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS and, where applicable, overseas criminal record checks.