Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Hours: Full time, permanent, 40 hours per week, Term time only

Are you a passionate Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) or aspiring to become one? If so, we are looking to appoint at our Outdoor Learning Centre, New Forest School. The successful candidate should have experience in working with SEN children, be able to evidence sound knowledge, skill and understanding of the TA role and demonstrate effective practice in supporting the learning and personal development needs of our children.

The HLTA role is set against the TA standards, with key responsibilities in working closely with subject leads to deliver bespoke, project-based learning, for key pupils within our provision.

The role is an exciting opportunity for Continuous Professional Development and pay progression, for those wishing to pursue or progress careers in teaching.

THE COMPANY IS UNABLE TO SPONSOR EMPLOYMENT OF INTERNATIONAL WORKERS IN THIS ROLE. YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE EVIDENCE OF YOUR RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK. 

Core Requirements

In fulfilling the requirements of the post, the Higher Level Teaching Assistant will demonstrate essential professional characteristics, and in particular will: 

• Ability to form relationships with young people so as to support them academically and emotionally.


• Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance.


• Promote the welfare of children and to support the school in safeguarding children though following relevant policies and procedures.


• Be able to support students with following their behaviour plans and strategies.


• Be proactive in matters of Health and Safety.


• Communicate efficiently with the Senior Leadership Team, staff, parents and external agencies as required.


• Maintain detailed and accurate student records on a timely basis.


• Ability to use initiative and creativity to problem solve.

Driving licence is preferable.

In return we can offer:

• Competitive salary


• Comprehensive induction training.


• Regular in-house training for all staff to support their role.


• Funded professional qualifications.


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• Discretionary Manager & Peer rewards – Amazon vouchers/monetary reward.


• Company Sick Pay Scheme.


• Workplace Pension Scheme.


• Rewards Gateway benefit scheme.


• On-site parking.


• Enhanced DBS covered.
  

THE COMPANY IS UNABLE TO SPONSOR EMPLOYMENT OF INTERNATIONAL WORKERS IN THIS ROLE. YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE EVIDENCE OF YOUR RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK. 

New Forest Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People, applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and DBS check.  

No agencies please.

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