Higher Level Teaching Assistant - #1098946

GSL Education - Leicester


Date: 1 week ago
City: Birmingham
Contract type: Full time
Work schedule: Full day
GSL Education - Leicester
Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant



Location: Oldbury



Daily Rate: £100 – 120 per day



Employment: Long term to permanent Monday, Wednesday & Friday (8.45am – 4.30pm) and Tuesday & Thursday (8.45am- 3.30pm) starting immediately



GSL Education are currently supporting a school in Oldbury are looking for experienced special educational needs (SEN) HLTA who will be involved with working 1:1 and small groups with children with Extremely Challenging Behaviour, Autism, ADHD, Aggression, SEMH, PMLD, Looked After Children, CSE/CSA, those who are at risk of harm to themselves or others as well as individuals with Attachment difficulties. At GSL we have a great reputation in the area and are renowned for our professional and personable service



The school based in Oldbury is easy to access by car or public transport. Currently, the School are looking for candidates to work full-time across the whole school, with experience in Key Stage 1 and 2



The potential candidate is required to be an experienced in a Primary setting having had substantial involvement dealing with young children possessing PMLD needs. The role may become permanent for the right candidates



Responsibilities



Preparing classrooms for lessons, including setting up televisions for video presentations and sourcing books and handouts for students

Deliver high-quality PPA cover across the school, ensuring continuity and progression in learning for all pupils

Provide targeted support and intervention to children performing below age-expected levels

Teaching classes unassisted when needed

Planning and delivering learning and enrichment activities, either with Teachers or independently

Working with small groups of students or individuals needing special attention

Assessing students’ progress and discussing development with Teachers, parents, and Carers

Consoling students who are unwell, injured or upset

Undergoing in-service training where required (Usually Tuesdays and Thursdays)

Requirements:



Previous experience working as a HLTA within a primary/SEN school setting is highly desirable

Hold a relevant HLTA qualification or equivalent

Previous experience working as a HLTA within a primary school setting is highly desirable



A minimum of six months’ worth of ASD/SEMH/PMLD experience

The ability to build rapport quickly and effectively

Experienced in Challenging Behaviour Settings

Please note that your application will be subject to two relevant and satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check (we can assist you with details on how to start a new application)



You must have the right to work in the UK



GSL Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All our roles are subject to relevant checks and procedures. Our advertised teaching roles relate to real vacancies that exist at our client schools. 



For further information on this role or to apply, please do not hesitate to contact Sharan at GSL Education on  (phone number removed) or email

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