HLTA | £105-£115 Daily PAYE | ACD, SEMH, NON-VERBAL, ADHD, SEND Join our exciting client, nestled in the vibrant heart of Richmond, an independent specialist school dedicated to providing exceptional, therapeutic, and child-centric education. Catering to students aged 11 to 17 with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), our client is committed to nurturing the unique needs of each pupil. Our client's student body encompasses a diverse range of backgrounds, all united by Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs (SEMH), often compounded by various Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) such as Autism, ADHD, and communication challenges. Many students have endured significant trauma and adverse childhood experiences, with some under social care involvement. The Role As a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) within our esteemed institution, you'll embark on a journey where no two days are alike, mirroring the unique needs of each child under your care. Our students require dedicated adults who can adeptly navigate complex and challenging behaviours with compassion and consistency. Your role as an HLTA encompasses a wide array of responsibilities, from supporting teachers in the classroom to conducting one-on-one sessions or group activities with students. You'll be instrumental in managing classroom resources, facilitating educational outings, and fostering social engagement during meal times. Flexibility, resilience, and a solution-oriented mindset are key attributes as you navigate the dynamic needs of our students. We value your contribution to our school community, inviting your input in shaping both the academic curriculum and extracurricular offerings. Your passions and interests will enrich the educational experience we provide. Benefits and Rewards: At Protocol Education, we prioritize the well-being and professional growth of our staff: Access extensive training and professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career. Enjoy small class sizes with dedicated TA support to optimize student learning. Paid through PAYE, so NO deductions to your daily rate Continued support from dedicated consultants Safeguarding At Protocol Education, safeguarding is paramount. We are deeply committed to promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All staff undergo Enhanced DBS checks and due diligence checks on social media use to ensure the safety of our students. Join us in our mission to provide exceptional education and care to all. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. 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. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.