Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Summary:

Higher Level Teaching Assistant job opportunity with a focus on education and support for students with complex needs.

About the School:

A school dedicated to providing quality therapeutic care and education for young people with autism, severe learning difficulties, and complex needs. It offers a supportive environment with a strong emphasis on individual development and lifelong opportunities.

The Opportunity:

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality learning support and mentoring to Teaching Assistants. This is a key position in helping students with complex needs achieve their full potential and prepare for a successful future.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support students by promoting positive relationships between staff and students.
• Provide care and support for individual students and groups in a variety of learning situations.
• Ensure students are supported to participate in learning activities tailored to their specific needs.
• Mentor and coach Teaching Assistants to improve the quality of learning support provided.
• Supervise a class group in the absence of a teacher, with support from senior staff.
• Assist in the assessment of Teaching Assistant practice to enable the achievement of NVQ 3.
• Support the delivery of the curriculum by working with groups or individuals under the guidance of teachers.
• Contribute to the planning, evaluation, and recording of student progress and performance.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Relevant experience in education or support roles, preferably within a specialist setting.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students with complex needs and challenging behaviour.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Preferred

• Experience in mentoring or coaching others.
• Knowledge of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
• Experience with the use of information and communication technology in the classroom.
• Previous experience in a residential or therapeutic care setting.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Supportive and inclusive working environment.