Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Job Title : Higher Level Teaching Assistant Location : Effingham, Surrey,Overview : Position : Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Location : Effingham, Surrey Salary : £14 - £15.28 per hour (actual annual salary : £25,015 - £27,302, depending on experience and qualifications) Contract : Permanent Hours : 40 hours per week, term time only Start Date : April 2025Sector : SENAbout the School : The school is a new, specialized school in Effingham, Surrey that opened 4 months ago. The school caters to students aged 6-16 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), moderate to severe learning needs, and associated challenges. The school aims to provide a tailored, specialist approach to support each student's unique requirements.The Opportunity : The school are looking for dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to join their growing team. You'll work closely with the Education Team to support the smooth operation of this brand-new school. This is a unique chance to shape the future of a new SEN school, contribute to its development, and be a key part of its growth from the start.Job Summary : As an HLTA, you will support the Class Teacher in the day-to-day management of the class and deliver whole class, group, and individual lessons as needed. In the teacher's absence, you will deputize and take responsibility for all areas, including : Pupil Welfare and SafeguardingSupporting Teaching and LearningMonitoring Pupil Progress and AttainmentSupporting and mentoring Teaching AssistantsQualifications : HLTA Diploma or equivalent Level 4 qualification, or evidence of equivalent skillsGCSEs in English and Maths (grade C / 4 or above)Knowledge and Experience : Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), particularly SLD / ASDUnderstanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection proceduresExperience managing a range of behaviours, including those that challengePrior experience working in an educational setting, preferably in a multi-cultural, inclusive environmentSkills and Behaviours : Commitment to putting the child first and treating each student as an individualPositive, creative approach to meeting pupils' needsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamExcellent interpersonal skills for collaborative work with staff and other professionalsStrong numeracy and literacy skillsCompetent ICT skillsFlexible, adaptable, and solution-orientedPhysically capable of meeting the demands of the roleBe a part of something new! If you're passionate about education and want to make a difference in the lives of young people, apply today and a consultant will be in touch asap