SEMH Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Academics Ltd; Knutsford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An Alternative Provision setting in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support students with SEMH and EBD needs. Candidates should have a relevant qualification and experience in leading classes. The role offers generous pay and a full-time, potentially permanent position within a thriving environment.

Benefits

Generous rates of pay

Access to 'Refer a Friend' scheme

Dedicated SEND consultant

Qualifications

• Suitability as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant with relevant experience.
• Experience in supporting students one-to-one or in small groups.
• Ability to foster self-reliance and self-esteem in pupils.

Responsibilities

• Support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs.
• Plan activities and lead classes for children with additional needs.
• Promote positive behaviors and engage students in learning.

Skills

Resilience

Confidence in classroom management

Experience with SEMH/EBD

Planning and leading classes

Education

Higher Level Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Overview

SEMH Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

An Alternative Provision for SEMH/EBD pupils is looking for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant!

Are you a qualified, passionate, and driven SEMH TA, HLTA or Teacher, with a commitment to supporting students with EBD, SEMH, or other behavioural needs? Have you got experience of HLTA work including planning activities and leading classes of children with Social, Emotional, or Mental Health needs, or those who have been excluded from mainstream education? If you are able to offer resilient and confident support, effectively promote positive behaviours, and engage students in their own learning, we want to hear from you!

What we can offer

• Generous rates of pay
• Full time, potentially permanent role
• Thriving and expanding Alternative Provision setting
• Access to our 'Refer a Friend' scheme
• A dedicated SEND consultant

What we need from you

• Suitable Higher Level Teaching Assistant HLTA qualification or experience
• Experience supporting students on a one-to-one basis or in small groups
• Experience planning and leading classes of children with additional needs
• Ability to foster self-reliance and self-esteem amongst pupils with SEMH or EBD
• Dedication and resilience
• Ability to take initiative and use innovative methods in the classroom

What do our staff say about us?

• 'I feel like I finally found agents who were kind, considerate, looked out for my best interests and cared about my welfare'
• 'Your dedication to finding the right place for people is evident'
• 'You have given me plenty of opportunities and from you I have met some wonderful people'

How to apply

Does this all sound like you? Send your CV over or give us a call on (phone number removed)!

Is this role not what you're looking for? We are constantly in need of talented education staff to fill a wide variety of positions. Please send your CV over or give us a call and we are happy to discuss our opportunities with you