SEN HLTA

NYKays Ltd; London Borough of Waltham Forest; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

NYKAYS Recruitment in London is seeking a compassionate Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support children with SEN at a school in Walthamstow. This role suits someone who helps pupils overcome barriers to learning, build confidence and become more independent.

You will work with teachers and the SENCO, deliver planned interventions, adapt activities for diverse needs, promote positive behaviour and safeguarding, and monitor progress, sharing feedback with the teaching team.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or a relevant qualification, or substantial experience at equivalent level.
• Experience supporting children with SEN.
• Ability to lead learning activities and manage classroom behaviour.
• Patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and children's welfare.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils individually, in small groups and within the classroom.
• Delivering planned learning activities and targeted interventions.
• Leading classroom learning when required, under the guidance of teaching staff.
• Adapting activities to meet pupils’ individual needs.
• Promoting positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing and engagement.
• Working closely with teachers, the SENCO and other professionals.
• Monitoring pupils’ progress and sharing feedback with the teaching team.

Skills

SEN support experience

Strong communication

Teamwork

Patience

Adaptable

Education

HLTA status or relevant qualification

Experience at equivalent level

Job description

NYKAYS Recruitment is seeking a compassionate and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support children with special educational needs (SEN) at a school in Walthamstow.

This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys helping children overcome barriers to learning, develop confidence and become more independent.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils individually, in small groups and within the classroom.
• Delivering planned learning activities and targeted interventions.
• Leading classroom learning when required, under the guidance of teaching staff.
• Adapting activities to meet pupils’ individual needs.
• Promoting positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing and engagement.
• Working closely with teachers, the SENCO and other professionals.
• Monitoring pupils’ progress and sharing feedback with the teaching team.

We are looking for someone with:

• HLTA status or a relevant qualification, or substantial experience working at an equivalent level.
• Experience supporting children with SEN.
• Confidence leading learning activities and managing classroom behaviour.
• A patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare.

Appointments are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check