Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Durham

Leader Education; Ferryhill; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Leader Education is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant for a specialist SEMH school in Durham, focusing on supporting children with complex behavioural and emotional needs. The successful candidate will hold a HLTA qualification and previous experience in education, with a commitment to fostering student reintegration into mainstream schooling through targeted support and lesson planning.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Refer a friend bonus scheme

Free CPD including Team Teach

Dedicated consultant for ongoing support

Potential permanent contract

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in an educational setting is essential.
• Must have a fully enhanced DBS on the update service or a willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Implement strategies to manage behaviour positively.
• Plan and deliver lessons in collaboration with teachers.
• Work with pupils 1:1 and in group settings.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Patience

Resilience

Education

HLTA qualification

Job description

Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Location: Durham

Contract: Long term temporary

Leader Education are recruiting a HLTA for a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school, working with children and young people with complex behavioural and emotional needs.

The school supports pupils aged 6-16 who require additional support to succeed in both their education and personal development.

The provision focuses on helping pupils successfully reintegrate into mainstream education, giving them the best possible chance to succeed, no matter what challenges they may face.

The normal working pattern is Monday-Friday 8:00am until 4pm.

The Successful HLTA Will

• Have a fully enhanced DBS on the update service or a willingness to obtain one
• Hold a HLTA qualification
• Have previous experience working in a similar role within an educational setting
• Implement strategies to manage behaviour positively and consistently
• Be resilient and patient
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Work with pupils on both a 1:1 basis and in group settings, communicating effectively
• Participate in the planning and implementation of the curriculum through lesson planning and delivery
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and other teams to create a holistic supportive environment for pupils
  
  

Leader Education Can Offer

• Competitive pay rates
• Refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme: £100 per referral (terms apply)
• Free CPD including Team Teach
• A dedicated consultant to answer any queries and for ongoing support
• Potential permanent contract after a qualifying period
  
  

Interested candidates are invited to submit a comprehensive CV outlining their teaching experience, qualifications which are relevant to this role. Please email your CV or call us on 0191 300 4311.

Leader Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, all applicants must go through a thorough vetting procedure, including enhanced DBS and reference checks.

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Leader Recruitment Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.