Higher Level Teaching Assistant (SEN)

Summary:

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (SEN) required for a 20-hour-per-week role at a school committed to student success.

About the School:

A school dedicated to academic and personal development, with a strong focus on individuality, achievement, and purposeful citizenship. It fosters a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages creativity, resilience, and global awareness.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (SEN) to join a highly collaborative and supportive team. This role involves working closely with a Year 10 pupil with ASD, ADHD, and Dyslexia to help them become an independent learner. The successful candidate will contribute to a school that values individual excellence and inclusive education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality in-class and one-to-one support for a specific pupil, ensuring strategies from their provision plan are consistently implemented.
• Support teachers in adapting lessons, activities, and resources to meet the individual learning needs of the pupil.
• Promote positive behaviour, engagement, and emotional regulation within lessons through proactive strategies and relationship-based support.
• Monitor pupil engagement and progress in lessons, sharing observations with the SENCO, class teachers, and pastoral teams to inform ongoing planning.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to ensure classrooms are inclusive, supportive, and structured for the pupil with SEMH needs.
• Provide 1:1 support within lessons where required, focusing on planning, independent learning, and scaffolded engagement.
• Support pupil during transitions between activities and classes to reduce anxiety, dysregulation, or behaviour incidents.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Demonstrate levels of numeracy and literacy to GCSE [A-C]
• Hold a relevant Level 3 qualification (e.g. A Levels, NVQ, Diploma)
• Have experience of working with pupils in school for a minimum of 2 years
• Experience working with children who have similar special educational needs and disabilities

Preferred

• Experience working with pupils with ASD, ADHD, and Dyslexia
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience in implementing individual education plans (IEPs) or EHCPs
• Ability to adapt teaching strategies to support diverse learning needs

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Fixed term contract for 18 months
• 20 hours per week over 5 days (term time only) with potential for increase during the academic year
• Supportive and inclusive working environment