Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Forest; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD budget

PD Review system

Outreach Programme

Free hot lunch

20% fee remission for Forest pupils

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Job summary

Forest is seeking a High-Level Teaching Assistant to work primarily in the Senior School, collaborating with the SENCO to support pupils with adapted curricula. The role involves direct pupil support, working in small groups, and liaising with teachers to ensure effective learning.

The successful candidate will contribute to safeguarding and welfare checks and support a positive learning environment across the Senior School.

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or equivalent recognised within UK education.
• Experience supporting pupils with adapted curricula.
• Strong communication with teachers and SENCO.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to pupils with adapted curricula.
• Work with individuals and small groups to maximise learning.
• Liaise with subject teachers to monitor progress.
• Assist SENCO in safeguarding and welfare duties.

Skills

Pupil support

Collaboration with teachers

Adapted curriculum

Communication

Classroom management

Education

HLTA qualification

Job description

The Forest Group of Schools includes Snaresbrook Prep, Forest Prep and Forest Senior and Sixth Form, with over 1500 pupils. The HLTA role is primarily based in the Senior School.

The HLTA will work closely with the Senior School SENCO to provide specific and direct support to both individuals and small groups of pupils so that they are learning most effectively at Forest. The successful candidate will regularly liaise with subject teachers and work with pupils who have an adapted curriculum.

Why work at Forest?

There are many benefits of working at Forest school as staff are our single most important asset. Key benefits include:

• Generous CPD budget
• Comprehensive Professional Development Review system
• Opportunities to contribute to the wider community via our extensive Outreach Programme
• Free hot lunch (takeaway sandwich lunch also available) and refreshments throughout the day
• 20% fee remission (pro-rata for part time staff) for children attending Forest which is applicable Y3-Y13
• Subsidised membership to the Sylvestrian Leisure Centre
• Membership of the School's Group Life Assurance scheme and Personal Accident Scheme
• Contribution towards private medical insurance fees
• Membership of a pension scheme

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are an equal opportunities employer.