Senior Higher Level Teaching Assistant - SEND & Autism Base

Inspiration Trust Ltd; Norwich; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Health plan

Cycle-to-work

Free parking

CPD programme

Job summary

Thetford Academy, part of Inspiration Trust, is inviting applications for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (SRB) to support pupils with SEND. You will work in our Specialist Resource Base and alongside mainstream classes, fostering inclusion and helping pupils develop academic and life skills.

Join a committed team with opportunities for professional development within a supportive network across Norfolk and north Suffolk.

Qualifications

• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills (GCSE or equivalent).
• NVQ 2 or equivalent in teaching assistance.
• Experience liaising with parents or the public and other stakeholders.
• Experience working with vulnerable young people with SEND.
• Desirable CCET or equivalent in assessing SEND.

Responsibilities

• Work with pupils with complex needs to ensure they thrive in mainstream education.
• Support development and review of individual learning and behaviour plans.
• Ensure high standards of teaching, learning, safeguarding within the Autism Base.
• Work in various formats: group, classroom, and one-to-one; cover when required.
• Prepare and maintain equipment and assist with ICT learning activities.
• Support pupils during routine tests and external examinations.
• Assist with supervising pupils outside lesson times.
• Serve as a point of contact for parents regarding academic and pastoral issues.

Skills

Excellent numeracy

Excellent literacy

Experience liaising with stakeholders

Experience with SEND

Education

GCSE Maths and English

NVQ 2 in teaching assistance

CCET or equivalent in assessing SEND

Job description

Thetford Academy, part of Inspiration Trust, is inviting applications for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (SRB) to support pupils with SEND. You will work in our Specialist Resource Base and alongside mainstream classes, fostering inclusion and helping pupils develop academic and life skills.

Join a committed team with opportunities for professional development within a supportive network across Norfolk and north Suffolk.