Teaching Assistant

MIDSOMER NORTON SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP; Southampton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

MIDSOMER NORTON SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP seeks an experienced HLTA to join our SEN-focused team in delivering high-quality targeted support for pupils with diverse learning needs.

You will work under the SENCO and teaching staff to run specialised interventions, apply EHCP requirements, and promote an inclusive, empowering environment where every pupil can succeed.

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualifications in literacy and numeracy (GCSE Grade 4/C or equivalent) or 3 years TA/LSA experience.
• Strong ICT skills to support learning and administrative tasks.
• Experience delivering targeted interventions and SEN support.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver targeted 1:1 and small group interventions including literacy programs.
• Implement EHCP requirements and develop target action plans.
• Support classroom management and create engaging displays.
• Update pupil progress records and provide feedback to teachers.
• Use ICT tools to boost literacy and numeracy, adapting activities to pupil responses.
• Build positive relationships and support supervision during breaks or trips.

Skills

ICT skills

Google Suite

LSA/TA experience

Interventions delivery

EHCP knowledge

Relationship building

Education

Level 2 literacy/numeracy

GCSE Grade 4/C or equivalent

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Are you a passionate and experienced Teaching Assistant ready to step into a Higher Level role? We are seeking an enthusiastic HLTA to join our team in delivering high-quality, targeted support for students with diverse learning and Special Educational Needs. Working closely under the guidance of our SENCO and teaching staff, you will take a leading role in running specialised interventions, delivering EHCP requirements, and promoting an inclusive, empowering environment where every pupil can succeed.,

• Plan and deliver targeted 1:1 and small group interventions, including literacy programs, Lego Therapy, and Speech & Language Therapy (SALT) support sessions.
• Implement pupil EHCP requirements, assist with developing target action plans, and apply tailored strategies based on individual student profiles.
• Support classroom management, create engaging learning displays, assist with activity planning, update pupil progress records, and provide clear feedback to teachers.
• Use varied approaches and ICT tools to boost literacy and numeracy skills, adapting activities dynamically to student responses.
• Build positive relationships, act as a role model, foster pupil self-esteem, encourage peer integration, and assist with supervision during break times or school trips.
  Level 2 qualifications in literacy and numeracy (GCSE Grade 4/C or equivalent), plus NVQ Level 2 for Teaching Assistants (or equivalent qualification/experience with DfES TA Induction completion) OR at least 3 years of relevant LSA/TA experience.
• Demonstrable experience working with children, running specialised intervention strategies for pupils with complex needs, and working under general supervision.
• Strong ICT skills to support learning and administrative tasks (e.g., Google Suite, data entry).
• Ability to build strong relationships with both children and adults, with a good understanding of child development, welfare, and classroom dynamics.

Desirable:

• First Aid qualification.
• Formal training in SEN strategies or basic literacy/numeracy intervention programs.
• General understanding of the National Curriculum and relevant codes of practice.