SEN Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Summary:

SEN Higher Level Teaching Assistant role with a focus on supporting SEND students.

About the School:

A school committed to providing targeted support and a broad education to enable every child to reach their full potential. It fosters a strong sense of community and values-based culture, ensuring all children feel accepted, respected, and celebrated.

The Opportunity:

As an SEN Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will lead the SEN provision and deliver high-quality support to SEND students, helping them make good progress in their learning. This role offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of students and to grow professionally within a supportive and development-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide effective support for SEN students in-class and within the provision.
• Deliver high-quality support to help students make good progress in their learning.
• Support and lead SEN Teaching Assistants in addressing the specific needs of each child.
• Prepare lessons and resources tailored to the needs of each child.
• Lead review meetings to plan and develop more effective strategies for supporting students.
• Support the SENCo with requesting EHCPs and other necessary supports.
• Plan and deliver bespoke interventions to meet the diverse needs of students.
• Manage and support students in managing their behaviours effectively.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Hold a recognised HLTA qualification or certification.
• Experience in supporting students with special educational needs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to providing high-quality support to students.

Preferred

• Experience in delivering interventions or planning bespoke support strategies.
• Knowledge of educational frameworks and support systems for SEND students.
• Experience in working towards becoming a Teaching Assistant or qualified teacher.
• Experience in leading or mentoring other teaching assistants.

Compensation & Benefits:

• 35 hours per week on a 44-week (term-time only) contract.
• Opportunities for professional development and progression within the school.
• Support to work towards becoming a Teaching Assistant through the Habs Institute of Professional Learning.