Higher Level Teaching Assistant - SEMH

Randstad Education; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continued training and development

Health cash plan

Refer-a-friend £1,000

24/7 employee assistance

Job summary

Randstad UK is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our pastoral team in Sevenoaks. You will support learning, lead lessons when needed, and embed PBS to improve behaviours and EHCP outcomes.

The role requires HLTA Level 4, Level 5 PBS qualification or equivalent, GCSEs in English/Maths (C/4+), and strong safeguarding knowledge. UK work eligibility and a DBS check are essential. 40 hours/week,Term time only.

Qualifications

• HLTA Diploma or Level 4 equivalent.
• Level 5 PBS Practitioner qualification or relevant experience.
• GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above.
• Proven experience with SEN, SLD/PMLD, ADHD and ASD.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and child protection procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a solution-focused approach to challenging behaviours.
• Eligibility to work in the UK and DBS clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support the Class Teacher in day-to-day classroom management.
• Lead lessons in the teacher's absence.
• Embed PBS frameworks to reduce behaviours of concern.
• Conduct behavioural observations and functional assessments.
• Provide activities tailored to EHCP requirements.
• Promote student welfare and safeguarding per school policies.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team, parents and external professionals.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

SEN experience

Behaviour management

Observation & assessment

Education

HLTA Diploma / Level 4 equivalent

Level 5 PBS Practitioner qualification or equivalent

GCSE English & Maths (C/4 or above)

Job description

Are you a dedicated and passionate teaching assistant committed to empowering students with complex needs to reach their full potential?

We are looking for an empathetic and proactive Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated pastoral team. In this position, you will be instrumental in supporting students' personal and educational growth, enabling them to flourish within a nurturing, inclusive setting.

We operate a strict no-sponsorship policy; all applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK.

Working hours: 40 hours per week, term time only.

Your Role

Support the Class Teacher in the day-to-day management of the classroom and lead lessons in their absence.

Embed positive behaviour support (PBS) frameworks to reduce behaviours of concern and improve the quality of life for our students.

Conduct behavioural observations and functional assessments to inform individual support plans.

Provide a spectrum of educational activities tailored to students' individual EHCP requirements.

Promote student welfare and safeguarding in accordance with school policies.

Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team, parents, and external professionals to ensure holistic student development.

Higher Level Teaching Assistant Diploma (or Level 4 equivalent) and a Level 5 PBS Practitioner qualification or relevant experience.

GCSE (or equivalent) pass at grade C/4 or above in English and Maths.

Proven experience working with students with SEN, SLD/PMLD, ADHD, and ASD.

Strong understanding of safeguarding principles and child protection procedures.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a solution-focused approach to challenging behaviours.

Able to provide your own vehicle or public transport.

Eligibility to work in the UK.

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check.

• Continued training and development opportunities.
• Shopping and transportation schemes including UK health cash plan.
• £1,000 refer-a-friend programme.
• 24/7 employee assistance programme and network of supportive and nurturing staff.