Therapy Teaching Assistant

Focus Resourcing Group; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist educational institution in Maidenhead seeks an experienced Therapy Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support children with physical and sensory needs. The role involves delivering therapy programmes, collaborating with teachers, and providing coaching. Significant HLTA experience and understanding of child development are essential. This is a rewarding opportunity to impact young lives positively.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Healthcare scheme

Pension and life assurance

Staff awards

Gym and holiday discounts

Qualifications

• Significant experience as an HLTA or in leading therapeutic/educational interventions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to coach and support others.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and support therapy programmes under the guidance of therapists.
• Work with teachers and support staff to embed therapeutic approaches.
• Provide coaching for consistent use of therapy strategies.
• Coordinate and maintain specialist equipment for student support.
• Lead small group and individual interventions.

Skills

Experience as HLTA

Understanding of child development and SEND

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team

Job description

Therapy Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Therapy HLTA to join a specialist team supporting children and young people with a range of physical, functional, and sensory needs.

Hours

Term time only, 35 hours per week, 8:45AM to 4:30PM Mondays and Tuesdays, 8:45AM to 4:15PM Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8:45AM to 3:45PM Fridays

Salary

£25,098 plus £1,268 SEN allowance

Benefits

Free on-site parking, Healthcare scheme, Cycle to work scheme, On-site café, Pension and life assurance, Staff awards, Gym, food, entertainment, shopping and holiday discounts, Christmas party and social events

Responsibilities

• Deliver and support therapy programmes under the guidance of therapists.
• Work closely with teachers, support staff, and external professionals to embed therapeutic approaches in the classroom.
• Provide coaching and role-modelling for staff to ensure consistent use of therapy strategies and assistive technology.
• Help coordinate and maintain specialist equipment to support students' independence and wellbeing.
• Lead small group and individual interventions to help students achieve their goals.

Qualifications

• Has significant experience as an HLTA or in leading therapeutic/educational interventions.
• Understands child development and SEND.
• Can work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Has excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to coach and support others.

Training and ongoing professional development will be provided. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people with additional needs.