Higher Level Teaching Assistant. Job in Tonbridge Education & Training Jobs

Witherslack Group; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational support organization in Tonbridge is seeking a higher level teaching assistant dedicated to making a positive impact on young people's lives. The role involves working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications, including NVQ Level 3, and a passion for education. The organization offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Training and on-the-job support

Full school holidays

Career progression opportunities

Flexible benefits

Wellbeing support

Medical cover

Beautiful working environments

£1,000 recommend-a-friend scheme

Contributory pension (matched up to 5%)

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Dedication to improving children's self-esteem and learning.
• Resilience in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Support children with learning and development.
• Help raise self-esteem of young people.
• Celebrate small victories in children's progress.

Skills

Teaching Assistant experience

Passion for supporting children

Ability to plan and liaise with teachers

Education

Relevant NVQ Level 3

HLTA qualification or equivalent

Job description

£27,448 - £29,187+ excellent benefits

Those Huge Small Victories

Our higher level teaching assistants are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There's lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference.

Get out what you put in

You’ll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You’ll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of.

It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a higher level teaching assistant at Witherslack Group, you’ll get all the support you need to succeed. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well‑resourced and we’ll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career.

One of the best environments in SEND

Hilden Park school is a purpose built, brand new, state of the art school, catering primarily for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Asperger’s and Speech, Language and Communication needs. The school provides education for up to 72 children aged 8 to 16. This new exciting opportunity serving Tonbridge and the wider communities; you can be at the heart of its development. Our aim is to ensure that every pupil has an outstanding educational experience with individual pupil progress and care at the heart of what is offered.

What we do for you

We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you’ll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get:

• Training: A full induction and on‑the‑job training.

• Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays.

• Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group.

• Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase or decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits.

• Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance.

• Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an optician’s or dentist appointment and a host of high‑street discounts.

• Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools.

• A recommend‑a‑friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time.

• Contributory pension (matched up to 5%).

Bring your whole‑self to work

You’ll be more than a Teaching Assistant, you’ll be able to connect with our pupils because of:

• Significant experience as a Teaching Assistant.
• Your genuine passion for supporting children learn and the impact it can have on their lives.
• Your enthusiasm and expertise to support your department.
• Your ability to plan meetings, work without supervision and liaise with teachers to devise complementary learning activities.

You’ll also need a relevant NVQ Level 3 and a HLTA qualification, or equivalent.

Interested in joining us?

Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose‑led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself.

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

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Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD