Job Description
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
* Job Type: Full-time
* Location: HX5, Elland
* Salary: Competitive
We are seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our team. This role is crucial for supporting a challenging Year 2 student with special educational needs, including SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) and ADHD. The ideal candidate will have experience managing violent behaviour and be skilled in creating a supportive and effective learning environment.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Provide tailored support to a Year 2 student who has been excluded multiple times due to behavioural issues.
* Implement strategies to manage and improve student behaviour, including de-escalation techniques and positive reinforcement.
* Work closely with the teaching staff to adapt lessons to meet the student's educational and emotional needs.
* Monitor and report on the student's progress to teachers and parents.
* Assist in developing an individualised education plan (IECP) that addresses both academic and behavioural goals.
* Ensure the student engages with the curriculum through specially designed educational activities.
* Manage any incidents of aggression or disruption in line with school policies and training.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Qualified to at least Level 4 as a Teaching Assistant or equivalent.
* Experience working with children who have SEMH needs and challenging behaviours.
* Team-Teach training or similar behavioural management certification is highly preferable.
* Strong understanding of the educational requirements for children with special needs.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team to support the student and staff.
* Resilient, patient, and dedicated to making a positive impact on students' lives.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunities for professional development and training.
* Supportive and inclusive work environment.
* Working hours from 8:45 AM to 3:15 PM, with a half-hour lunch break at 11:45 AM.
To apply for this Higher Level Teaching Assistant position, please submit your CV detailing your experience with special needs education and behavioural management.