Outdoor Animal-Assisted Learning HLTA

Elysian Animal Assisted Interventions Ltd; Shamley Green; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Company events

Workplace pension

Job summary

Elysian Animal Assisted Interventions Ltd in Shamley Green, Surrey, seeks a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) / Teaching Assistant for term-time 41 weeks. Salary £24,160 to £31,419 per year. You will support learners with SEND in outdoor, therapeutic education settings and lead animal-assisted learning activities.

Applicants should have relevant TA qualifications or SEN education credentials, plus experience with safeguarding and outdoor learning. DBS checks apply.

Qualifications

• Three years' experience in a teaching assistant or learning support role.
• Experience with learners with SEND in an alternative or therapeutic education setting.
• Experience supporting children/young people with SEMH/behavioural difficulties.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and professional boundaries.
• Confidence working outdoors all year round in all weathers.
• Willingness to work with animals and learn about them.

Responsibilities

• Support individual and group learning in structured lessons and practical sessions.
• Help pupils achieve educational and therapeutic goals; adapt strategies to needs.
• Lead animal-assisted learning activities to build confidence and engagement.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and multidisciplinary teams for personalised plans.
• Keep accurate records of progress, participation and outcomes.
• Plan and deliver creative, hands-on sessions including farm activities and equine learning.
• Provide targeted support to improve attendance and engagement, including outreach.
• Offer pastoral support to develop emotional regulation and resilience.
• Supervise apprentices and volunteers where appropriate; foster a supportive team culture.
• Help keep the farm environment safe, secure and engaging for learning.

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent

HLTA qualification or SEN/education qualifications in specialist areas

Degree or higher education qualification in a relevant field

Job description

Elysian Animal Assisted Interventions Ltd in Shamley Green, Surrey, seeks a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) / Teaching Assistant for term-time 41 weeks. Salary £24,160 to £31,419 per year. You will support learners with SEND in outdoor, therapeutic education settings and lead animal-assisted learning activities.

Applicants should have relevant TA qualifications or SEN education credentials, plus experience with safeguarding and outdoor learning. DBS checks apply.