Lead Teaching Assistant

Reed; St Leonards; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Hastings is looking for a Lead Teaching Assistant to enhance student learning and support a collaborative environment. The role involves managing a team, monitoring progress, and promoting inclusivity. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and communication skills, along with a commitment to effective education. Benefits include competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive working environment

Term-time working pattern

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role, ideally in education.
• Strong leadership skills with team management experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Enhance pupil learning through targeted programs.
• Monitor student progress and adapt provisions.
• Line manage teaching assistants and coordinate SEND support.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

ICT proficiency

Tools

SIMS

Excel

CPOMS

Word

Job description

Lead Teaching Assistant

• Location: Hastings, East Sussex
• Contract: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Full Time, Term Time
• Salary: £25,992 - £31,067 per annum (pro rata)

Join a large secondary school as a Lead Teaching Assistant, where you will play a pivotal role in providing specialist support and leading a team to foster a supportive learning environment. This role is crucial in helping students make excellent academic progress and in removing barriers to their development, regardless of their background.

Day‑to‑day of the role:

• Enhance pupil learning and progress through the delivery of specific learning programmes, setting high expectations while encouraging independence and building confidence.
• Monitor and track student progress, adapting provision to secure maximum progress.
• Line manage teaching assistants and coordinate the provision for SEND students with the SENDCo.
• Conduct learning walks to quality assure intervention delivery and TA support within lessons.
• Analyse data to inform planning and provide teachers with strategies and resources to support students in their lessons.
• Promote inclusion, encouraging pupils to interact and work collaboratively.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date SEND registration records and documentation.
• Coordinate and manage the administration of access arrangements in line with JCQ guidelines.
• Adapt and develop resources to ensure safety and curriculum access for target students.
• Communicate professionally with parents, carers, and external agencies.
• Mentor students individually and in groups, planning and leading booster and intervention sessions.
• Provide administrative support for the effective operation of the SEND department.
• Identify and coordinate staff training needs in collaboration with the SENDCo.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a similar role, ideally within an educational setting.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in managing and coordinating teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyse data and use it to inform educational strategies and planning.
• Proficient in using ICT systems for data entry, communication, and document management (e.g., SIMS, Excel, CPOMS, Word).
• A commitment to inclusive education and the ability to promote effective teaching and learning.
• Experience in developing and adapting educational resources to meet the needs of students.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• A supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Term‑time working pattern, allowing for work‑life balance.

To apply for the Lead Teaching Assistant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.