• Location: Effingham, Surrey
• Actual Salary: £27,713 - £30,250 dependent on qualifications
• Hourly Rate: £15.51 - £16.93 per hour
• Hours: 40 hours per week, Term Time only
• Start/Finish Times: Monday to Wednesday 8:15am - 4:45pm, Thursday 8:15am - 5:00pm, Friday 8:15am - 4:00pm

Reed Education are representing a brilliant Secondary SEN School in Effingham, and we are seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, where you will play a crucial role in supporting our teachers and enriching the lives of our students. Our students, aged 11-16, are autistic and may have associated behavioural and communication difficulties, with some facing multiple learning challenges.

• Pupil Welfare and Safeguarding:
  • Take responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils.
  • Provide feedback on pupil behaviour, relationships, and attitudes.
  • Monitor and intervene in pupils’ conduct and behaviour, maintaining records as necessary.
• Supporting Teaching and Learning:
  • Lead classes in the absence of Class Teachers.
  • Assist with the professional duties of a teacher as outlined in the Professional Standards for Teachers.
  • Plan, prepare, and deliver teaching and learning activities to individuals or small groups, adapting activities as necessary.
  • Develop and implement individual educational plans for pupils, including attending and contributing to reviews.

• Experience as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, particularly in SEN settings.
• Strong understanding of the needs of autistic students and those with multiple learning difficulties.
• Ability to lead and teach, demonstrating patience and creativity.
• Strong commitment to professional development and pupil welfare.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• £2,000 Welcome Bonus for HLTA with SEN Experience* (50% after successful completion of probation, 50% after one year of service).
• Life assurance and enhanced pension.
• Perkbox - offering high street discounts.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Car lease and bike to work schemes.
• Free membership to our Health cash back plan.
• Fully funded training and qualifications.

Interested candidates can apply online here. For more information on this position, please call Katie at our Croydon office. Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.

The School is part of a group committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults. We are a disability confident and equal opportunities employer. This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Note: This advert may be removed at any time without prior notice if the position is filled. Candidates shortlisted may be subject to an online search.