Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Salutem Care And Education; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A special independent school in the United Kingdom seeks a dedicated individual to support teaching and learning for children with complex needs. The role involves assisting the Class Teacher, monitoring pupil welfare, and fostering an inclusive environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in educational support and a commitment to safeguarding. This position offers a salary between £21,725 - £23,565 per annum for 37.5 hours a week during term time.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting teaching and learning activities.
• Knowledge of safeguarding policies and pupil welfare.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to suit individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Class Teacher with teaching duties and curriculum planning.
• Support pupils in their learning and personal development.
• Monitor pupil behavior and well-being.

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
Hours: 37.5 Hours per week, term time only
Salary: £21,725 - £23,565 Per Annum

Job Responsibilities

Supporting Teaching and Learning

• Assist the Class Teacher with carrying out the professional duties of a teacher as outlined in the Professional Standards for Teachers.
• Know and understand the Class Teacher’s curriculum planning and to plan, prepare and deliver assigned programmes of teaching and learning activities to individual, small groups and/or classes, modifying and adapting activities as necessary within agreed systems of supervision.
• Provide high quality, challenging and differentiated educational activities and experiences through delivering a broad and balanced curriculum aiming at pupils achieving their full potential in all areas of learning.
• Support the day-to-day running of classes across the school and take the lead in the absence of a class teacher.
• Select and adapt appropriate resources/methods to facilitate agreed learning activities.
• Reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
• Take an active role in key areas of responsibility across the school including displays, resource organization, writing risk assessments, and supporting ICT use within classes.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of individual plans for pupils, including attending reviews if requested.
• Support the role of parents/carers in pupils’ learning and contribute to meetings with feedback on progress and achievement.
• Take an additional responsibility such as risk assessment coordination, manual handling, MDT link, ICT, etc.

Pupil Welfare and Safeguarding

• Take responsibility for safeguarding and promoting pupils’ welfare according to school policies, including safeguarding and PREVENT.
• Provide feedback on pupil behavior, relationships, and attitudes.
• Monitor conduct and intervene in challenging situations, recording incidents as necessary.
• Ensure high standards of personal care, monitoring health and wellbeing, and informing relevant professionals of concerns.
• Promote independence, personal development, and high behavior expectations.
• Support pupils’ development through curriculum activities and therapy or care programs.
• Work cooperatively with colleagues, parents, and professionals following a multidisciplinary approach.
• Attend to pupils’ personal needs including toileting, hygiene, dressing, eating, and social or health matters.

Pupil Attainment and Progress

• Assess, record, and report on development, progress, and attainment.
• Identify pupils’ needs and support their learning with specialist skills.
• Collaborate with staff and professionals involved with pupils’ curriculum.

Monitoring and Recording Progress

• Participate in planning and evaluating learning activities.
• Provide feedback on pupil progress.
• Monitor responses and learning achievements, reporting issues to teachers.
• Complete all documentation accurately for records.