Leader Education are recruiting a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to work at a Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) School that caters for students in KS2 through to KS4 based in Gateshead. The ideal Teaching Assistant will be HLTA qualified, with a Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, have experience working with children and young people who need additional help daily, and have a passion for education.
The school, who has 2 separate sites, expects all their staff to be highly trained to deliver a range of GCSEs and vocational programmes to all students and encourage them to have high expectations for their future.
The normal working pattern is Monday to Friday 8:30am until 4:30pm and is a long-term position that may transition into a permanent role after a qualifying period.
The successful HLTA will have:
- An enhanced DBS on the update service or the willingness to obtain one.
- Enthusiasm for working education.
- HLTA Qualifications.
- Experience working with students who have SEMH needs.
- Good knowledge on EHCP's and how to implement them.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, students, and parents.
- Demonstrated patience, adaptability, and enthusiasm for supporting student learning.
Leader Education can offer:
- Competitive pay rates.
- Refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme: £100 per referral (terms apply).
- Free Mandatory Training.
- A dedicated consultant to answer any queries and for ongoing support.
- Potential permanent contract after a qualifying period.
Interested candidates are invited to submit a comprehensive CV outlining their teaching experience, qualifications which are relevant to this role. Please apply with your CV, email or call us on #removed#.
Leader Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, all applicants must go through a thorough vetting procedure, including enhanced DBS and reference checks.
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