Higher Level Teaching Assistant HLTA

Your new company
Hays Education are working with a well established education provider who are currently recruiting for a number of qualified TAs and HLTAs across their schools & SEND provisions in Lancaster. Their schools cater to children with additional needs, including SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) needs. They have a mix of all-girls and all-boys schools and range across KS3 & KS4. These roles are to start ASAP and have the potential to go permanent for the right candidate.
Your new role
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistant (TA) or Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for one of their provisions in Lancaster. You will be working with a small group of students who have SEMH needs and have been out of education for a while. Your primary role will be to re-engage these students with education and support their learning journey.
Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support to students with SEMH needs.
• Assist in re-engaging students with education.
• Work closely with students living in care homes and those living with parents.
• Collaborate with other staff members to create a supportive learning environment.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet the individual needs of students.

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience working with children with SEMH needs.
• Experience in a similar role as a TA or HLTA.
• Ability to commute & work in a rural location.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a passion for helping students succeed.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive daily rate dependent on experience.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on students' lives.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Potential for the role to extend beyond the initial temporary period.
• Be part of a growing organisation with a strong commitment to education and care.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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