HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT

1Four1 Recruitment Ltd; Colchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

1Four1 Recruitment Ltd is recruiting on behalf of a specialist on-site school in Colchester. The role focuses on supporting the educational, social and emotional development of looked-after children in residential care, helping them build confidence and resilience.

You will aid lesson planning, lead sessions, provide 1:1 and small-group support, and apply trauma-informed approaches to support SEND, SEMH and additional needs, while building positive relationships within the education and care

Qualifications

• HLTA status or Level 4 qualification in Education, Youth Work or Child Development.
• GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above).
• Experience with vulnerable or looked-after children.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with lesson planning and delivery.
• Lead lessons and provide classroom cover when required.
• Deliver 1:1 and small group learning support.
• Support children with SEND, SEMH and additional needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with young people.
• Use trauma-informed approaches and positive behaviour strategies.
• Support emotional regulation, confidence and resilience.
• Work closely with the education and residential care teams.

Skills

Trauma-informed practice

Communication

Teamwork

SEND support

Education

HLTA / Level 4 qualification

Job description

1Four1 Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a specialist on-site school within a residential children's care setting in Colchester.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of young people who may have experienced trauma, neglect or adverse childhood experiences.

You'll play a vital role in supporting their educational, social and emotional development, helping them build confidence, develop new skills and reach their full potential.

THE ROLE:

• Support the class teacher with lesson planning and delivery.
• Lead lessons and provide classroom cover when required.
• Deliver 1:1 and small group learning support.
• Support children with SEND, SEMH and additional needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with young people.
• Use trauma-informed approaches and positive behaviour strategies.
• Support emotional regulation, confidence and resilience.
• Work closely with the education and residential care teams.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• HLTA status or a relevant Level 4 qualification in Education, Youth Work or Child Development.
• GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above).
• Experience working with vulnerable or looked-after children.
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice and attachment needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

DESIRABLE:

• Safeguarding Level 3 training.
• Team Teach or similar behaviour management training.
• First Aid or Mental Health First Aid.

This is more than just a teaching role. It's an opportunity to help vulnerable young people overcome barriers, develop their confidence and build brighter futures