Reference:
MSB250905
Sector:
SEN/TA
Salary:
£90 to £100 Per Day
Town/City:
Robertsbridge
Contract Type:
Contract
Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Location: Robertsbridge, East Sussex
Type: Full-Time | Term-Time Only | Long-Term Role with Potential to Become Permanent
Are you an experienced and passionate individual looking to make a real impact in the lives of young people with additional needs? We are currently seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join a specialist primary provision in Robertsbridge, supporting children aged 5 to 11 with a range of complex needs.
About the Pupils:
All pupils at this setting have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and primarily present with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) or associated traits. Many also have additional needs, including:
1. Speech, language and communication difficulties
2. Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
3. Sensory processing challenges
4. Anxiety, demand avoidance, and emotional-based school avoidance
5. Specific learning difficulties such as Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, and Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD)
The Role:
As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the learning and emotional development of pupils with additional needs. You will lead learning sessions, deliver interventions, and provide in-class and pastoral support, all within a therapeutic and nurturing environment.
Working in close partnership with teaching staff, therapists, and pastoral teams, you will help ensure that each child's individual education plan is met with compassion and consistency.
Key Responsibilities:
6. Deliver engaging and differentiated learning activities under the guidance of the teaching team
7. Lead small group sessions and whole-class teaching when required
8. Support children's emotional regulation and promote positive behaviour
9. Work one-to-one or with small groups to reinforce learning and develop confidence
10. Monitor and record progress, contributing to reviews and planning
11. Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment
What We're Looking For:
12. A qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant, or an experienced candidate ready to step into the role
13. Experience supporting children with Autism and a variety of additional needs
14. Strong understanding of SEMH, sensory needs, and communication difficulties
15. Confidence in delivering structured learning activities independently
16. Excellent communication, teamwork, and relationship-building skills
17. A calm, compassionate, and resilient approach to supporting children with complex profiles
What's On Offer:
18. A long-term, full-time position with the potential for permanent placement
19. A supportive and dedicated staff team focused on inclusion and therapeutic practice
20. Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training
21. A rewarding role making a genuine difference every day
22. Term-time only schedule for a healthy work-life balance
If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, and want to help create a nurturing and empowering learning environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Not quite the right role for you? We have a range of positions across SEN and specialist settings - feel free to contact us or pass this opportunity on to someone who may be interested.