Specialist HLTA for ASC & SEN Support

The Robert Smyth Academy; Market Harborough; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Redwood, a specialist base built to support up to 15 students with ASC, is part of The Robert Smyth Academy. We are seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to work with the Lead Teacher of SEN to promote engagement, independence and achievement.

You will deliver targeted support across learning, communication and sensory needs, help implement individual education plans and contribute to an inclusive, positive learning environment. Excellent communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Has experience of working with children or young people, ideally within a SEND or ASC setting.
• Understands the barriers to learning experienced by students with Autism Spectrum Condition.
• Can build positive, professional relationships with students, families and colleagues.
• Has excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Is committed to inclusion and raising achievement for all learners.
• Can work proactively both independently and as part of a specialist team.
• Shares our commitment to ensuring every young person feels safe, supported and successful.

Responsibilities

• Assessing student needs and delivering targeted support to enhance learning and participation.
• Developing positive relationships with students whilst maintaining high expectations.
• Supporting and implementing individual education plans and personalised learning programmes.
• Encouraging independence, self-confidence and social inclusion.
• Monitoring student progress and providing constructive feedback on achievement and development.
• Acting as a positive role model for students.
• Planning and delivering learning activities under supervision.
• Supporting the preparation of lesson plans, resources and learning materials.
• Monitoring and evaluating student progress against learning objectives.
• Recording and reporting on student achievement and development.
• Supporting behaviour management strategies that promote self-regulation and independence.
• Contributing to meetings with parents and carers and providing feedback on student progress.
• Delivering learning activities and interventions tailored to student needs.
• Supporting the delivery of national learning strategies and wider curriculum activities.
• Using ICT effectively to enhance learning and develop student independence.
• Preparing and adapting resources to meet individual needs and learning styles.

Skills

SEND awareness

ASC understanding

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent working

Team collaboration

Job description

Redwood, a specialist base built to support up to 15 students with ASC, is part of The Robert Smyth Academy. We are seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to work with the Lead Teacher of SEN to promote engagement, independence and achievement.

You will deliver targeted support across learning, communication and sensory needs, help implement individual education plans and contribute to an inclusive, positive learning environment. Excellent communication and teamwork are essential.