Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Location: SEN School, Bedford
Salary: £18,000 - £23,000 per annum, depending on experience
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: October 2024
About the Role:
Why work with us:
- Competitive salary package.
- £1,800 allowance for essential car users.
- Guidance and support from dedicated consultants throughout your placement.
- Chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young learners.
- Access to multiple partnered schools to find the best fit for you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work closely with teachers and staff to maintain effective communication and foster teamwork.
- Assist in the preparation and delivery of lessons by planning activities and organizing learning resources.
- Support the assessment and monitoring of student progress.
- Provide one-on-one or small group academic assistance to pupils as needed.
- Develop and implement tailored strategies to help students with special educational needs.
- Offer pastoral care, manage challenging behavior, and promote positive social interactions among students.
- Contribute to the enhancement of the school's curriculum and the development of its policies.
Requirements:
- At least 6 months of experience as an HLTA in the UK.
- Must be a car user (Non-negotiable)
- Experience working in schools, preferably as a HLTA or similar role.
- Good understanding of SEN, especially SEMH.
- Knowledge of the National Curriculum and Key Stage requirements for SEN students.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work well with others.
- Must have an enhanced DBS on the update service.
How to Apply:
This is a fantastic chance for an HLTA to become part of a school that appreciates its staff and their contributions to students' lives. If you are dedicated to supporting students with SEMH needs and possess the skills to aid their learning, we invite you to apply.
If this position isn't quite what you are looking for, please still get in touch to discuss other available roles. If you also know of someone else who may be interested, earn extra money with our referral bonus, up to £250!
If you have not received a response within 7 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. For other available positions please refer to our website.
Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, to share this commitment. To adhere with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement.
