HLTA

Randstad Education; Billingshurst; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time only

£1,000 retention bonus

Regular training and mentoring

Life insurance

Medical cashplan

Wellbeing programme

Discounted fitness classes

Free lunch during term time

Ample on-site parking

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant for a campus-based role in Cranleigh, offering diverse learning experiences beyond the standard classroom. The role involves leading lessons, supporting individuals and groups, and providing short-term cover for teachers within a semi-rural setting.

The candidate should have HLTA status or be willing to undergo training, with strong communication and organisational skills, and access to transport.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or willingness to undergo training.
• Ability to interpret information for students with a wide spectrum of ability.
• Confident written and verbal communication, strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal and negotiation skills within a team or solo environment.
• Access to your own transportation due to semi-rural location.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Candidate to undergo a full enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Lead lessons and support individuals or groups and provide short-term cover for teachers when needed.
• Collaborate on lesson planning and create engaging learning resources.
• Promote Development: manage behaviour positively, foster student independence and build self-esteem.
• Track student growth, assess progress and keep parents updated while adhering to school policies.
• Provide pastoral care, supervise students during breaks and lunch, and escort on offsite trips.
• Partner with specialists, such as therapists, and mentor new staff or work experience students.
• Use ICT tools to support learning and complete required training such as Team Teach.

Skills

HLTA status

Education

HLTA status or willingness to undergo training

Job description

(£25,632 - £32,763 based on 36 hours per week)

Are you looking for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant role that offers more than just a standard classroom?

Located on an expansive and unique campus in Cranleigh, this institution provides students and staff with educational experiences extending well beyond the traditional classroom. Key features include forest schooling, a swimming pool, and stables. This represents an outstanding opportunity for a dedicated professional passionate about enhancing learning for students with diverse needs.

Working Hours: Monday 8:30-16:00, Tuesday-Thursday 8:30-16:15, Friday 8:30-15:45

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

Responsibilities

• Lead lessons and support individuals or groups and provide short-term cover for teachers when needed.


• Collaborate on lesson planning and create engaging learning resources.


• Promote Development: Manage behaviour positively, foster student independence, and build self-esteem.


• Track student growth, assess progress, and keep parents updated while adhering to all school policies.


• Provide pastoral care, supervise students during breaks and lunch, and escort on offsite trips.


• Partner with specialists, such as therapists, and mentor new staff or work experience students.


• Use ICT tools to support learning and complete all required training, such as Team Teach.


• Supervise students in general movement around the entirety of the school ensuring their safety.

You Must Have

• Be qualified with HLTA status or unqualified and willing to undergo training.


• The ability to interpret information for students with a wide spectrum of ability.


• Confidence with written and oral communication, organisational skills and attention to detail for meeting tight deadlines.


• Good interpersonal and negotiation skills within a solo-working or team environment.


• An enthusiastic attitude towards learning, alongside committed and empathetic qualities.


• Access to your own transportation due to semi-rural location.


• Eligibility to work in the UK.


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

Ideally You Will Have

• Previous experience working in a role supporting students with autism spectrum disorder or within a special educational needs setting.


• Team Teach training, or willing to undergo training before employment begins and refresher training periodically thereafter.

Benefits:

• Term-time only working plus 5 INSET days.


• £1000 retention bonus for new employees.


• Regular training, supervision and 1:1 mentoring supporting your career progression.


• Life insurance and medical cashplan.


• 24/7 employee wellbeing and counselling programme as well as access to Adult mental Health First Aiders and occupational health support.


• Discounted fitness classes.


• Free lunch during term time.


• Ample on-site parking.