SEND HLTA

The Methodist Church in Britain; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension through the Teachers' Pension/

Generous annual leave

ME Day

CPD through Maiden Erlegh Institute

Hybrid working for eligible roles

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing resources

Eye tests

EAP

Job summary

Oak Tree School is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support SEND provision for learners aged 5 to 19. The role focuses on planning and delivering learning to individuals, small groups and whole classes under teaching staff, with resources adapted to each student’s needs.

The post is a term-time role of 35 hours per week with five INSET days. Visa sponsorship is not available. The school opened in September 2023 and offers extensive CPD opportunities.

Qualifications

• Higher Level Teaching Assistant standards or an equivalent qualification or experience
• Level 2 qualification or equivalent in English and mathematics
• Understanding of the National Curriculum, child development and learning processes
• Ability to plan, organise and lead learning activities for students with learning needs

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver challenging learning for individuals, small groups or whole classes under a named teacher
• Produce and adapt schemes of work, lesson plans and resources to individual student needs
• Monitor, assess, record and report attainment and progress, giving feedback to improve outcomes
• Support literacy, numeracy and basic skills programmes, using ICT to build engagement and independence
• Promote positive behaviour and a calm, purposeful and safe learning environment
• Develop, implement and review provision plans and contribute to annual reviews where relevant
• Work with parents, carers, colleagues, external agencies and professionals to support progress, wellbeing and inclusion

Skills

ICT for learning

Plan and deliver

Behaviour management

Communication

Curriculum understanding

Education

Higher Level Teaching Assistant standards

Level 2 English & maths

Job description

Oak Tree School, a specialist setting for learners aged 5 to 19, is recruiting a Higher Level Teaching Assistant for its SEND provision. The post centres on planning and delivering learning to individuals, small groups and whole classes under teaching staff, adapting resources to each student's needs. It is a term-time role of 35 hours with five INSET days, and the school opened in September 2023. Visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Plan, prepare and deliver challenging learning for individuals, small groups or whole classes under a named teacher
• Produce and adapt schemes of work, lesson plans and resources to individual student needs
• Monitor, assess, record and report attainment and progress, giving feedback to improve outcomes
• Support literacy, numeracy and basic skills programmes, using ICT to build engagement and independence
• Promote positive behaviour and a calm, purposeful and safe learning environment
• Develop, implement and review provision plans and contribute to annual reviews where relevant
• Work with parents, carers, colleagues, external agencies and professionals to support progress, wellbeing and inclusion

What’s required

Qualifications

• Higher Level Teaching Assistant standards or an equivalent qualification or experience
• Level 2 qualification or equivalent in English and mathematics

Skills & knowledge

• Understanding of the National Curriculum, child development and learning processes
• Ability to plan, organise and lead learning activities for students with learning needs
• Confident use of ICT to support learning and engagement
• Using questioning and observation to support learning and progress
• Fostering a calm learning environment and managing behaviour positively
• Communicating effectively with students, colleagues and professionals

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Satisfactory references

Other

• Working collaboratively, using initiative and sound judgement within the role
• Remaining calm under pressure and adapting to changing situations
• Caring, positive and sensitive approach when working with children and young people

What’s offered

• Pension through the Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme, with generous employer contributions
• Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service
• One additional day's leave each year for a significant personal event (ME Day)
• Extensive CPD through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, the annual Trust Conference and apprenticeship opportunities
• Hybrid working for eligible roles
• Perkbox discounts, wellbeing resources and monthly perk points
• Free flu vaccinations and eye tests where eligible
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme with discount schemes