Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Salutem Shared Services; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational services provider in Cardiff is looking for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support teaching and learning across the school. You will assist class teachers, lead lessons, and ensure an inclusive environment that allows pupils to thrive. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential. The role requires a commitment to pupil welfare, and other responsibilities may include planning educational programmes and monitoring pupil progress. This full-time position offers a salary between £21,725 and £23,565 per annum.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to supporting pupils’ learning and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Class Teacher in delivering high-quality lessons and learning activities.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver assigned programmes for individuals or groups.
• Lead classes in the absence of the teacher.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Pupil welfare support

Job description

About The Company

Craig y Parc is a special independent school dedicated to providing high‑quality education and support for children with PMLD and complex medical needs. We create a nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating environment tailored to meet the diverse needs of our students. Our mission is to empower our pupils to achieve their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally irrespective of medical needs.

About The Role

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm, Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)

Contract: 37.5 hours per week

Salary: £21,725 – £23,565 per annum

Role Overview

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across the school. You will assist class teachers, lead lessons when required, and contribute to creating an inclusive and stimulating environment where pupils can achieve their full potential.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist the Class Teacher in delivering high‑quality lessons and learning activities.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver assigned programmes for individuals, small groups, or whole classes, adapting activities as needed.
• Provide engaging and differentiated educational experiences to support pupil progress.
• Take responsibility for leading classes in the absence of the teacher.
• Select and adapt resources to facilitate learning and reinforce key concepts.
• Support curriculum development, classroom organisation, displays, ICT integration, and risk assessments.
• Contribute to individual pupil plans and attend review meetings when required.
• Build positive relationships with parents / carers and provide constructive feedback on pupil progress.
• Take on an additional area of responsibility such as risk assessment coordination, manual handling, ICT, or MDT link.

Pupil Welfare and Safeguarding

• Safeguard and promote pupil welfare in line with school policies, including PREVENT.
• Monitor behaviour and wellbeing, intervening when necessary and maintaining accurate records.
• Encourage independence and personal development while maintaining high standards of behaviour.
• Support pupils’ physical, emotional, and social needs, including personal care when required.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals to deliver therapy or care programmes.

Monitoring and Assessment

• Assess, record, and report on pupil progress and development.
• Provide meaningful feedback to pupils and teachers.
• Ensure all documentation relating to health, behaviour, and incidents is completed accurately.

Person Specification

• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to supporting pupils’ learning and wellbeing.

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.