Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

UET Earthsea School

32 hours per week

Term time plus 1 week

Salary - MRS Scale F Point 13 - Point 17 actual salary £22,334 - £23,839 (Full-time annual salary £30,023 - £32,046)

Unity Education Trust are recruiting for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our education team at our Earthsea School to start as soon as possible

Earthsea School is a small, specialist primary provision within Unity Education Trust Compass School, supporting pupils aged 5-11 with complex Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

At Earthsea, we believe every pupil deserves to achieve their full potential and to leave school each day feeling a genuine sense of pride in themselves. We provide a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment, where pupils are supported holistically and empowered through a strong sense of community, belonging, and high expectations. Our learners are encouraged to make significant academic and social progress based on their individual starting points.

The successful candidate will have experience of

Covering lessons and following a plan.

Plan, prepare, and deliver tailored lessons and activities to meet the pupil's educational goals and objectives.

• Implement effective strategies, interventions, and support plans to address the pupil's specific learning difficulties or behavioural challenges.
• Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment for the pupil, encouraging their social integration and promoting positive relationships with peers.
• Liaise with parents, providing regular updates on the pupil's progress, achievements, and areas for improvement.
• Attend relevant meetings and training sessions to enhance your knowledge and skills in supporting pupils with specific educational needs.

You must

Hold a relevant HLTA qualification or equivalent experience in a similar role or be willing to undertake further training.

Exhibit strong organisational abilities and the capacity to manage individualised education plans effectively.

• Show flexibility, adaptability, and resilience when faced with challenges or changing circumstances.

If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a role that requires empathy, adaptability and determination, we would love to hear from you.

Please note that the role does involve some regular physical activity e.g. restrictive physical interventions, interacting with students through play on the floor and responding promptly to escalated situations. This does not remove our obligation to make adjustments where appropriate.

If you would like an informal chat about this exciting role or arrange a visit to our school, please contact Sarah Bennison on sbennison@ear.unity-ed.uk or telephone Earthsea school on 01603 881045.

Previous applicants need not re-apply.

How to apply

• Click on the Apply Now button. You can save you application and return to it later. Please ensure you have completed your application before the end date.
• No CVs accepted - Please complete an official application form if you wish to be considered for this role.
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We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications irrespective of race, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation and/or age. We value the individuality and creativity that every worker potentially brings to the workforce.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

This post will come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.

​​​​​​​Unity Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including checks with Disclosure & Barring Service and at least 2 references which cover the last 3 years; for all our services we will request references from where you have worked with either Children or Vulnerable Adults. Please be advised that references may be requested prior to interview for roles within our Schools.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for this role.

We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.

We also reserve to right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.