Higher Level Teaching Assistant at Maiden Erlegh School

Maiden Erlegh School; Reading; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Annual leave

Hybrid working

Perkbox

Wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First Aid

Recognition & Community

Employee referrals

Job summary

Maiden Erlegh School in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support students in accessing learning and building confidence. You will work under a named teacher, delivering targeted interventions and helping students progress across classes and environments.

You will have HLTA standards or equivalent, plus Level 2 in English and Maths, and you will collaborate with SEND colleagues to remove barriers to learning while maintaining high expectations and

Qualifications

• HLTA standards or equivalent qualification/experience.
• Level 2 English and mathematics qualification required.
• Knowledge of National Curriculum and learning processes.

Responsibilities

• Support students to access the curriculum and make progress in small groups or 1:1.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and promote student welfare.
• Create a calm, inclusive learning environment with high expectations.
• Support SEND learners with targeted strategies under SENCO direction.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teachers and SEND colleagues.
• Prepare learning resources and assist with examinations/assessments as needed.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents and external professionals to support outcomes.
• Contribute to wider school life and professional development.

Skills

HLTA standards

English & Maths Level 2

Curriculum knowledge

Learning activities

SEN support

Education

HLTA or equivalent

English & Maths Level 2

Tools

ICT proficiency

Job description

About this Role

We arelooking for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support students to accesslearning, develop confidence and independence, and make progress in line withtheir individual needs and targets. Working under the direction of a namedteacher, you will take responsibility for agreed learning activities andprovide focused support to individuals and small groups across differentclasses, subjects and learning environments.

The rolecombines direct support for teaching and learning with targeted interventions,assessment support, positive behaviour management and inclusive practice. Youwill work closely with teachers, SEND colleagues and other professionals toidentify barriers to learning, implement agreed support strategies and helpcreate a safe, purposeful and inclusive learning environment.

As aDisability Confident employer, we want to ensure everyone can perform at theirbest when applying to work with us.

KEYRESPONSIBILITIES

• Support students to access the curriculum and make progress by working with individuals and small groups, clarifying instructions, checking understanding, encouraging participation and developing confidence and independence.
• Promote and safeguard student welfare by following Trust safeguarding procedures, reporting concerns appropriately and complying with child protection, health and safety, GDPR and other relevant Trust requirements.
• Promote a calm, purposeful and inclusive learning environment by modelling high expectations, reinforcing behaviour standards and routines, and encouraging respectful and cooperative relationships.
• Support students with SEND or additional learning needs through agreed strategies and interventions, including targeted individual and small-group support directed by the SENCO or SEND Manager.
• Monitor student engagement, understanding and progress, record observations where directed and provide constructive feedback to teachers and SEND colleagues to inform teaching approaches and support strategies.
• Support agreed learning activities and educational programmes under the direction of teachers, including activities that develop reading, writing, spelling, listening and wider learning.
• Support examinations and assessments as a reader, scribe or prompt where directed, and prepare and organise learning resources and materials required for lessons and learning activities.
• Work constructively with teachers, SEND colleagues, students, parents, carers and external professionals to support coordinated provision and positive outcomes for students.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school, professional development and collaborative practice across Maiden Erlegh Trust where required.

THE IDEALCANDIDATE

You willhave Higher Level Teaching Assistant standards or an equivalent qualificationor experience, together with a Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Englishand mathematics.

You willbring knowledge and understanding of the National Curriculum, child developmentand learning processes, alongside the ability to plan, organise and leadlearning activities for individuals and small groups, particularly studentswith learning needs, under the direction of a named teacher.

You will beable to:

• Use questioning and observation effectively to support student learning and progress and contribute to assessment.
• Understand the standards of work expected from students and the intended outcomes of learning activities.
• Foster a calm and purposeful learning environment and manage behaviour positively.
• Use ICT effectively to support learning activities and student engagement.
• Communicate effectively and work constructively with students, colleagues and other professionals.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and independently where required.
• Remain calm under pressure, adapt to changing situations and respond sensitively to students' needs.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate a strong sense of responsibility.
• Use initiative and exercise sound judgement within the scope of the role.
• Commit to safeguarding, equality and ongoing professional and personal development.

Relevanttraining in learning strategies and specialist skills or training in acurriculum or learning area are also required. Suitability to work withchildren and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance are essentialrequirements of the role.

ABOUT THE MAIDEN ERLEGH SCHOOL

Maiden Erlegh School is a highly successful comprehensive school for students from 11-18 years old, situated in Lower Earley, near Reading. Our students are a delight to work with and relationships between students and staff are extremely positive and constructive. Students are keen to learn, curious, respectful, polite and fun. They rise to challenges positively and enthusiastically and have high expectations of themselves. This is why they achieve such impressive academic and personal successes, and our results continue to improve year on year - this year placing us in the top 50 schools nationally for Progress 8. We also have a thriving 6th form and many of our students stay on to study here.

Our staff are dedicated, talented professionals who go the extra mile for the students because they are committed to helping them realise their dreams, achieve the greatest possible success, overcome any personal challenges. Teachers are passionate about their subjects and focused on delivering varied and stimulating lessons. Support staff work tirelessly to ensure the school can provide the best education possible. We have an excellent professional development offering for all of our staff which helps ensure they are satisfied in their work. We seek to develop and motivate our colleagues at every opportunity, and we offer a very warm welcome to all our new team members when they join us.

ABOUTMAIDEN ERLEGH TRUST

MaidenErlegh Trust is a growing community of schools across Berkshire andOxfordshire, working together to deliver the best possible education for everychild and young person. With around 850 staff and 5,000 students across elevenschools, including primary, secondary, special, and alternative provision, weare proud of the diversity that shapes our expertise.

We AimHigh, Be Inclusive, and Work Together. These values drive ourfocus on high-quality education for all, through collaboration, inclusion, andcontinuous improvement.

Through theMaiden Erlegh Institute, colleagues access high-quality professional learningat every stage of their career, supported by mentoring, leadershipopportunities, and our annual MET Staff Conference, a day that unites our wholeteam in sharing best practice and learning.

Joining ourTrust means being part of a community that invests in people and valuesexpertise - it is about playing a direct role in shaping the lives and outcomesof young people.

You canlearn more about working with us and hear from colleagues across our Trust here on our website.

BENEFITS

Furtherinformation about working at Maiden Erlegh Trust can be found on our website here. Staff wellbeing andprofessional development are central to how we work, and colleagues across ourTrust benefit from a range of opportunities and schemes designed to recognisetheir contribution and support their growth.

PensionScheme: Generous employercontributions, with auto-enrolment into either the Teachers Pension Schemeor Local Government Pension Scheme, both Career Average Earning Schemes.

AnnualLeave: We offer a generous holidayentitlement, which increases with length of service.

ME Day: Colleagues may request one additional day's leaveeach year to attend a special personal event, such as a child's sports day orgraduation, or a family celebration.

Professional Development: We offer a comprehensive programme ofprofessional learning through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, includingopportunities to both attend and deliver CPD. Colleagues also take part in ourannual Conference, a full day of workshops, networking and learning for allstaff.

Colleaguescan also access a range of professional development opportunities usingApprenticeship Levy funding, and benefit from professional developmentnetworks.

HybridWorking: For eligible roles, we supporta flexible approach to working arrangements, balancing remote and office-basedwork where appropriate.

Perkbox: Colleagues have access to Perkbox, which offers awide range of discounts and wellness resources and receive 25 Perk points eachmonth which can be exchanged for goods and services.

Wellbeingand Health: Free fluvaccinations are offered to all staff, and free eye tests are provided to thosewho are eligible.

EmployeeAssistance Programme: Incorporatingdiscount vouchers, access to 24/7 support and more.

MentalHealth First Aid support.

Recognitionand Community: Weregularly celebrate staff achievements, milestones and contributions across ourschools, reinforcing a strong sense of belonging within the #TeamMET community.

EmployeeReferral Scheme.

Working forour Trust means contributing to something larger by supporting the educationand life chances of children and young people every day.

Maiden Erlegh Trust is an equal opportunities employer and iscommitted to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successfulcandidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.