HLTA Required

Senior Higher Level Teaching Assistant (SEN HLTA)

Location: Wakefield, WF5

Job Summary:

The Senior HLTA supports teachers and students in a Primary setting, providing high-quality assistance to enhance learning and ensure student development. This role involves planning and delivering interventions, managing classroom activities, and supporting the individualized needs of students with SEN.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Classroom Support:

• Assist teachers in planning and delivering lessons.
• Support individual or small groups of students, ensuring they understand and complete tasks.

2. Intervention and Support:

• Develop and deliver targeted interventions to meet specific learning needs.
• Monitor and record student progress, providing feedback to teachers and parents.

3. Behavior Management:

• Implement behavior management strategies to create a positive learning environment.
• Address and manage challenging behavior following school policies.

4. Collaboration:

• Work closely with teachers, SENCO, and other staff to support student learning.
• Participate in meetings and contribute to individual education plans (IEPs).

5. Administrative Duties:

• Prepare classroom materials and resources.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and interventions.

Qualifications:Education and Experience:

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Extensive experience working with SEN students, preferably in a school setting.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong understanding of SEN and inclusive education practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.

Working Conditions:

• Full-time or part-time position, typically within school hours.
• Occasional after-school meetings or activities may be required.

Requirements:

• Eligibility to work in the UK or be a UK resident
• Willing to travel
• Have an overseas criminal clearance or willing to apply for one
• Have a child enhanced DBS on the update service or willing to apply for one
• Minimum of six months UK residency
• Experience working with children with special educational needs and leading lessons
• We do not accept those on skilled worker visas
• Please ensure you have references available upon request covering the last 24 months of employment

If you are interested in applying or finding out more then please send across your CV.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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