Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Description

The Role: Key Responsibilities:

Delivering tailored support to pupils with varying SEN in both one–to–one and small group settings

Assisting with personal care and mobility needs, including the use of hoists, under the supervision of trained staff

Developing positive, trusting relationships with students to enhance their emotional well–being and academic engagement

Responding flexibly and empathetically to changes in behaviour or routine

Supporting the planning and delivery of engaging learning experiences that promote student progress and independence

About the School This is a well–established and highly regarded specialist SEN school that provides a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for children and young people aged 4 19. The school takes a personalised approach to education, focusing on each student s strengths, abilities, and aspirations.

Key Features:

Small class sizes and individualised learning plans

Emphasis on academic achievement, life skills, and preparation for adulthood

A respectful, inclusive culture that celebrates every student s unique potential

Access to ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities for all staff

Conveniently located with easy access from Coate, Westlea and Penhill

To be considered for the role of a SEN HLTA you will:

Be flexible.Experience in Teaching Assistant roles (Preferable).Ideally have your own transport or close public transport linksExperience with both small group and 1:1 is beneficialFriendly and nurturing qualities.Competent behaviour management skills.Familiarity with a range of needs (e.g., ASD – Autistic Spectrum Disorder, SLD – Severe Learning Difficulty and PMLD – Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulty).Preferablymoving and handling training or have recent experience in this.Have a patient and caring nature.Have a desire to work with children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.Willing to complete CPD training. Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a market–leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high–quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

Salary

GBP445–GBP470 per week

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

Have a desire to work with children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. What Vision for Education offer

As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:

Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in–house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support. Vision for Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up–to–date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Will on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

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