Higher Level Teaching Assistant - HLTA

Vision for Education - Nottingham; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Senior Teaching Assistant to support secondary students with special educational needs. This full-time role involves working closely with teachers to implement tailored educational programs and interventions. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years' experience working with children with learning difficulties, along with relevant qualifications. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of students, fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment. Join a passionate team committed to educational excellence and community values.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience working with children with learning difficulties.
• Willingness to undertake TVF training at level 3.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils and teachers, implementing agreed work programmes.
• Lead whole classes in the absence of the Teacher and Assistant Teacher.

Skills

Experience with children with learning difficulties

Specialist knowledge in education

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

NVQ 3 for Teaching Assistants

GCSE in English and Maths

Tools

First Aid training

SEN training

Job description

Senior Teaching Assistant

SEND school Secondary ages

Full time, permanent 39 hours per week Term time and inset days

Monday/Tuesday/Thursday 8.30am - 4.30pm

Wednesday 8.30am - 5.00pm

Friday 8.30am - 3.30pm

Job summary:

To work under the guidance of teaching & senior staff and within an agreed system of supervision, to implement agreed work programmes with individuals/groups, in or out of the classroom. This will include requiring detailed and specialist knowledge in particular areas. Staff will be required to lead whole classes in the absence of both the Teacher and Assistant Teacher within the class.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• To be a source of expertise regarding specialist interventions required within the class
• Support for pupils, Teachers, curriculum and the school
• To carry out school policy as documented and/or as directed by the Head of School and Principal
• To represent the school in a positive way in the community
• To be aware of the sensitive nature of information learning during the course of duties and to maintain confidentiality at all times
• To follow the school policy on Equal Opportunities
• To be aware of, and have regard to, the Health and Safety policy of the school. To ensure that agreed procedures are followed in the event of an accident or incident
• To undertake additional duties as required, commensurate with the level of the job
• Responsible for checking emails regularly and keeping up to date with all school and Vale Federation communication

Person Specification:

Essential

• Willingness to undertake TVF training at level 3
• A minimum of 3 years experience of working with children and young people with learning difficulties
• Evidence of developing expertise in an area of specialism relevant to the children within the school

Desirable

• NVQ 3 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualifications or experience
• Training in the relevant learning strategies e.g. literacy and/or particular curriculum or learning areas, e.g. bi-lingual, dyslexia, Maths, English, CACHE etc
• An English and Maths GCSE grade C or above, or equivalent Completion of TVF training at levels 1 and 2
• SEN training
• Paediatric Manual Handling training
• First Aid training
• Managing Medicines training
• Experience of working within a school environment
• Experience of working with children and young people with special educational needs in a school setting
• Experience of administering medication to children and young people

About Vision for Education:

All candidates will be required to go through a pre registration with the agency, as well as an interview and vetting checks.

Vetting checks involved will be Right to work Checks, references within the last 10 years, a relevant Child only DBS on the Update Service and a specific school application form to be completed prior to starting.

Vision for Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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