Higher Level Teaching Assistant (SEN)

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Higher Level Teaching Assistant (SEN)

Location: Lincoln

Salary: £83.33 - £90.00 Per Day, depending on experience

Start date: Start after October half-term

Contract: Part-Time

Are you an ambitious individual hoping to have an enormous impact in the field of education?

GSL Education ‘Lincolnshire Branch’ are collaborating with an exceptional SEN-based school in Lincoln and is willing to hire a highly motivated and skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team. This position delivers a special chance to assist students' learning and growth in a supportive, welcoming environment.

The Role

As an HLTA, you will play a pivotal role in supporting students with special educational needs, working closely with teachers and other support staff to deliver tailored educational experiences. Your role will involve both classroom support and individualised interventions, ensuring that each student receives the necessary support to thrive academically and socially.

Responsibilities Of Teaching Assistant

• Assist in planning and delivering engaging and differentiated lessons, adapting materials and teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of SEN students.
• Helping students to develop their skills and achieve their educational goals.
• Implement effective behaviour management strategies, fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Track and record student progress, providing regular feedback to teachers and contributing to the development of individual education plans (IEPs).
• Collaborate extensively with instructors, parents and other staff members to develop and execute support strategies that are adapted to the unique requirements of each student
  
  

The Successful Candidate Will

• Have a minimum of a Level 4 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning or a related field.
• Prior experience working with children or young people with special educational needs as an HLTA.
• Be excellent in communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Flexibility to support students with varying needs and adapt to different classroom environments.
• Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
  
  

Why Join GSL Education

• Engage in a collaborative and supportive team that acknowledges your contributions.
• Continuous training and professional growth possibilities.
• Gain significant expertise working in various educational settings and with diverse student populations.
• Continuous support from a dedicated consultant.
  
  

We welcome applications from all applicants who feel that they can add value to an already flourishing department and play a vital role in shaping the educational journeys of students.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout Lincoln.

For more information or to register your interest inthe ‘Higher Level Teaching Assistant (SEN)’ role,or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants, will be in touch.