Higher Level Teaching - English as an Additional Language

Together for Children Sunderland; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education authority seeks a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support students with English as an Additional Language. Responsibilities include detailed pupil observations and direct interventions in mainstream settings. Candidates should have experience with special needs in a classroom. This position offers a fixed-term contract of 3 years and 37 hours per week, with a salary range of £31,022 - £33,699 pro rata for term time only.

Qualifications

• Experienced classroom practitioner who is experienced in supporting pupils with special needs in a mainstream setting.
• Excellent observation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed observations of pupils and advise teachers and SENDCos.
• Undertake direct 1:1 and small group work in mainstream primary and/or secondary.
• Support the team with relevant training delivery to parents/carers and school staff.

Job description

Overview

Higher Level Teaching - English as an Additional Language Assistant
3 Year Fixed Term Post
37 hours per week Term Time Only (39 weeks) – Grade 5 £31,022 - £33,699 Pro rata for TTO

Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed observations of pupils and advise teachers and SENDCos to enable them to provide effective support to pupils.
• Undertake some direct 1:1 and small group work in a mainstream primary and/or secondary environment to deliver specific interventions.
• Support the team with the delivery of relevant training to parents/carers, school staff and other key stakeholders.

Qualifications/Experience

• Experienced classroom practitioner who is experienced in supporting pupils with special needs in a mainstream setting.
• Excellent observation and communication skills.

Further information

Interview date Friday 10th October.

Contact: Richard Cullen, Strategic Lead School Improvement at [e-mail]

About Together for Children

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