Teaching Assistant Specialist

2 weeks ago


Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, United Kingdom Austin Fraser Full time

Austin Fraser is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our team in primary and specialist schools in Blackburn and surrounding areas.

The role is full-time (Monday to Friday), with a competitive salary of £25,500 - £30,000 per annum dependent on experience. As an HLTA, you will play a vital role in supporting the curriculum across the school, adapting teaching methods and resources to accommodate individual learning styles and abilities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Create a supportive and nurturing classroom environment that fosters academic progress, emotional well-being, and positive behavior.
  • Collaborate with other teachers, teaching assistants, and support staff to develop individualised Education Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and implement strategies for student progress.
  • Establish strong communication channels with parents, guardians, and external professionals involved in the care and education of students with SEND.
  • Stay updated with the latest educational practices, policies, and developments in the field of special educational needs, integrating them into your teaching approach.
Requirements

To be considered for the role of Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA), you will:

  1. Hold HLTA Level 4 or equivalent qualification.
  2. Have specialisation or experience in teaching students with special educational needs and disabilities.
  3. Possess a deep understanding of various learning difficulties, such as autism spectrum disorders, dyslexia, ADHD, and speech and language impairments.
  4. Demonstrate strong knowledge of different teaching strategies, interventions, and resources for SEND students.
  5. Be flexible and adaptable to meet the diverse needs of students in an ever-changing educational environment.

Austin Fraser is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.



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