Senior HLTA for SEND: Personalised Learning & Independence

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

North Yorkshire Council’s Personalised Learning College seeks a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support post-16 learners with EHCPs. You will deliver one-to-one and group sessions, assist teachers, and guide Advanced and General Teaching Assistants to ensure progress towards independence and employment.

You will safeguard learners, manage risk, and even assist with personal care and medical needs as required.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting young people with SEND.
• Strong communication skills with learners, parents, and staff.
• Ability to organise and prioritise in a busy educational setting.
• Commitment to person-centred learning and inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent one-to-one and group supervision support sessions.
• Lead good quality sessions under the direction of the teacher.
• Direct and support the role of Advanced and General Teaching Assistants.
• Provide evidence of learner progress and ensure the learner’s voice is central.
• Champion person-centred learning and ensure learners are supported to achieve their goals.
• Safeguard and risk assess our vulnerable young people.
• Undertake personal and intimate care where required.
• Deal with medical needs of learners and the administration of medication.

Skills

SEND experience

Communication

Organisational skills

Person-centred learning

Education

Enhanced DBS Disclosure

Job description

North Yorkshire Council’s Personalised Learning College seeks a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support post-16 learners with EHCPs. You will deliver one-to-one and group sessions, assist teachers, and guide Advanced and General Teaching Assistants to ensure progress towards independence and employment.

You will safeguard learners, manage risk, and even assist with personal care and medical needs as required.