Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

The Methodist Church in Britain; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent CPD opportunities

Wellbeing support

24-hour confidential helpline

Healthcare cash plan

Cycle to Work and EV scheme

Discount platform

Job summary

The Meadow, the Resource Base at Easton Academy, is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support Year 1–3 pupils with EHCPs for autism or language needs. The role involves planning and delivering activities, using diverse communication methods, and adapting support to behavioural needs. An enhanced DBS check is required.

The post is fixed-term to 31 August 2027 and starts as soon as possible. A positive, nurturing approach and collaborative teamwork are essential to help pupils reach

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualification minimum.
• Experience planning and delivering learning activities.
• Experience communicating with non-verbal children.
• Understanding of autism and safeguarding knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver learning activities for pupils in The Meadow.
• Communicate with non-verbal children and those early in language development.
• Adapt and deliver support to meet the behavioural needs of pupils with autism.
• Engage children in fun and interesting ways.
• Support pupils and families to reach their potential.

Skills

Autism understanding

Behaviour support

Non-verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Plan learning activities

Education

Level 2 qualification

Job description

This Higher Level Teaching Assistant post sits in The Meadow, the Resource Base at Easton Academy, a Church of England primary academy in the Lighthouse Schools Partnership. It is a fixed-term role running to 31 August 2027, starting as soon as possible. The job centres on supporting Year 1 to Year 3 pupils with EHCPs for autism or speech, language and communication needs, including planning and delivering learning activities. Candidates need an understanding of autism and experience of communicating with non-verbal children, and an enhanced DBS check applies.

What the job involves

• Plan and deliver learning activities for pupils in The Meadow
• Communicate with non-verbal children and those early in language development using a range of methods
• Adapt and deliver support to meet the behavioural needs of pupils with autism
• Engage children in fun and interesting ways
• Support pupils and families to reach their potential

What’s required

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualifications as a minimum

Experience

• Planning and delivering learning activities
• Using a range of communication methods with non-verbal children or those early in language development

Skills & knowledge

• Understanding of the needs of children with autism spectrum condition
• Understanding of the behavioural needs of children with autism and how to adapt support
• Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Good team player with interest in innovative approaches to learning and teaching
• High expectations of self and all children

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check and vetting, with an online search at shortlisting

Other

• Positive 'can do' attitude and nurturing nature

What’s offered

• Excellent CPD opportunities
• Access to wellbeing support
• 24-hour confidential helpline and counselling
• Healthcare cash plan
• Cycle to Work and electric vehicle scheme
• Discount retail platform with hundreds of discounts
• Collaborative working across the Trust community