HLTA - Weston-super-Mare

Elementa Support Services; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational recruitment agency in Weston-super-Mare seeks a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) with SEND experience. This full-time, fixed-term position requires supporting students in the school's learning room and promoting positive behaviours. Ideal candidates should have proven HLTA experience, a strong understanding of SEND needs, and excellent communication skills. The start date is set for January 5, 2025, and applicants will undergo full vetting and background checks.

Benefits

Weekly pay without monthly cut-off dates

Access to free or discounted training

Dedicated candidate manager support

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as an HLTA in SEND settings.
• Strong understanding of SEND needs and strategies.
• Ability to support students with diverse learning requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support students in the 'learning room' for additional help.
• Promote positive learning experiences and behaviours.
• Collaborate with the SEND team to develop individualized learning plans.

Skills

Experience as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Understanding of SEND needs

Effective behaviour management skills

Excellent communication skills

Team collaboration skills

Job description

Location: Weston-super-Mare

Pay: £110 - £120 per day

Type: Fixed-term (3 months)

Hours: Full-time

Start date: 5th January 2025

Elementa Support Services are pleased to present a rewarding opportunity for a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) with SEND experience, to support in the school’s "learning room", where some students go for additional support. The school is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive learning environment, and they are seeking a professional, empathetic, and experienced HLTA to join the SEND team.

About the Ideal Candidate

We are looking for candidates who have proven experience working as an HLTA, particularly within SEND settings. The successful applicant will demonstrate a strong understanding of SEND needs, effective behaviour management skills, and the ability to support students with a variety of learning requirements to achieve their full potential.

Key Attributes

• Previous experience as an HLTA, preferably within secondary education
• Background in SEND, with a good understanding of various needs and strategies
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
• Reliable and flexible attitude
• Committed to promoting positive learning experiences and behaviours

Contract & Recruitment Information

Elementa is the recruiting partner; therefore applicants being considered for the role after pre‑screening will be required to complete the registration process for Elementa. This includes full vetting & background checks and application for an Enhanced DBS Disclosure (which may be chargeable @£64.20) unless you have a current Enhanced DBS subscribed to the update service.

If you have the relevant skills and experience necessary for this role then please apply with your full up to date CV.

ELEMENTA CANDIDATE COMMITMENT

• Weekly pay no waiting for monthly payroll cut-off dates, Elementa pays one week in lieu.
• PAYE contract unless a candidate specifically requests it, all candidates are paid via PAYE giving them the protections and payment structure of a traditional employer:employee relationship.
• Training & Support – a broad range of free or heavily discounted training available including Safeguarding, Behaviour, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton and Thrive. Regular welfare contact and support from a dedicated candidate manager.
• Fair pay policy our candidates are paid to scale, where a variation on this may be required written agreement will be provided ahead of the position.
• Additional services to support our staff we have a network of partners who offer support services to our candidates tax returns, accountancy, legal and more.

For more information

For more information click apply now below or contact us via phone or email. All applicants will be promptly responded to.