Higher Level Teaching Assistant in Stechford

TeacherActive; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant in Stechford, Birmingham. The role involves supporting primary-aged children with autism/ASD and EHCPs to access learning at an appropriate level.

The successful candidate will have HLTA qualification or equivalent, experience with autism/ASD and SEND/EHCPs, and a patient, adaptable approach. This is a full-time, long-term position with immediate start.

Qualifications

• A relevant Teaching Assistant / HLTA qualification or equivalent.
• Experience supporting children with autism / ASD.
• Experience working with children with SEND and EHCPs.
• A strong understanding of supporting pupils with individual learning needs.
• A patient, adaptable and positive approach.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a school team.

Responsibilities

• Support children with ASD and EHCPs to access learning at an appropriate level.
• Support their educational and social development within the school.

Skills

HLTA qualification

Autism/ASD experience

SEND & EHCP experience

Individual learning needs

Patient adaptable positive

Team working

Job description

Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Location: Stechford

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £130 - £150 per day

Do you have experience supporting primary-aged children with autism / ASD?

Are you confident supporting pupils with a range of educational and social needs?

Can you use your initiative to help pupils engage with learning and develop their independence?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a primary SEND school in Stechford that supports pupils from across Birmingham and neighbouring local authorities. The school provides an appropriate and progressive curriculum for children with autism / ASD, encompassing and extending the National Curriculum to meet pupils' individual educational and social needs.

The school is looking to take on a Higher Level Teaching Assistant on a full-time, long-term basis with an Immediate Start. The successful Higher Level Teaching Assistant will support children with a diagnosis of Autistic Spectrum Disorder / ASD and an Education, Health and Care Plan / EHCP, helping pupils access learning at an appropriate level and supporting their educational and social development.

The successful Higher Level Teaching Assistant will have:

• A relevant Teaching Assistant / HLTA qualification or equivalent
• Experience supporting children with autism / ASD
• Experience working with children with SEND and EHCPs
• A strong understanding of supporting pupils with individual learning needs
• A patient, adaptable and positive approach
• The ability to work effectively as part of a school team

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment