Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Taunton, United Kingdom - Long-term Teachers Ltd

Long-term Teachers Ltd

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Taunton, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Higher Level Teaching Assistant
- _Full time _
- _Based in TA2_
- _SEND experience is essential _
- _Permanent position_

Are you an
experienced HLTA, or an experienced teaching assistant, with a successful career working with children? Are you looking for a new role to utilise your skills and experience? This could be an amazing opportunity for you

Long - Term teachers are working with a fantastic special school located just outside of the historic town of
Taunton.

Their aim is to support pupils' growth through They provide a safe and supportive environment where learning becomes an enjoyable experience, embodying the Keys Group values of Excellence, Passion, Integrity and Caring.

In 2019, the school were the winners of the Positive Behaviour Support Award at the National Learning Disabilities and Autism Awards.

Students at the school will have
speech and language delay, impairments or disorder, along with Autistic Spectrum Conditions and/ or moderate and severe learning.

Your main duties will include covering lessons, there may be some planning involved within the role, so it is essential you have a strong knowledge of primary UK curriculum.

It is essential you are able to deliver lessons that are accessible for the needs of the students and you are promoting a positive working environment.

Have a good general level of education, including Maths and English GCSE grade C/5 or above, or further relevant experience in the absence of formal qualifications
Have NVQ level 2 Teaching Assistant or equivalent
Have experience of working within the primary curriculum
Be confident with teaching both groups of children and a whole class, in the absence of a teacher
Have high expectations of all pupils' achievements and behaviour, and a commitment to raising standards
Have the drive and motivation to create inspiring learning environments and engaging resources
Possess excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to working as part of a team, being able to communicate effectively with colleagues and external agencies
Be organised and able to show initiative, reflecting on their own practice
Be motivated, with a good sense of humour and an eagerness to learn and develop professionally

The role will be working full time, Monday to Friday, term time only, between the hours of 8:30am - 3:30pm.

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Working with Long Term Teachers:_

We are an independent agency working with Nurseries, Primary, Secondary and Special Schools._
We are proud members of the REC and we have the highest standard of compliance. Working with us means you will get the very best support and guidance through the clearance process from your own specific point of contact from our inhouse compliance team._

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Pay:
From £100.00 per day

Benefits: