Details:
- Salary: £18,000 - 30,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Ashford
- Date: 2 weeks ago
Description:
We are looking for a qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support our schools teaching staff and enhance the learning experience of the children in a SEND school in Ashford, Kent. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers, providing essential support in the planning, preparation, and delivery of lessons. The HLTA will also be responsible for guiding and supervising students during class activities and assisting with the overall classroom management.
Key Responsibilities:
• Assist teachers in the development of lesson plans and classroom activities.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support to students who need extra help.
• Supervise students during lessons, ensuring a safe and positive learning environment.
• Support classroom management and assist with behaviour management strategies.
• Contribute to the assessment and monitoring of children’s progress.
• Collaborate effectively with teaching staff, parents, and other professionals.
Requirements:
• Previous experience as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant or a similar role in an educational setting.
• Relevant qualifications and certifications in education or child development.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A full clean UK driving licence and own vehicle.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with children.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic school environment.
The key benefits for working with Simply Education are:
• Your own dedicated consultant.
• Access to our unique Professional Learning Specialists who provide CPD training.
• A variety of daily and long-term positions to suit your needs.
• 24/7 access to your dedicated consultant via phone.
• Minimal administration (no timesheets).
• Email and SMS verification of bookings.
• Online diary of bookings, you pick when you want to work!
• School directions.
• £175 amazon voucher refer-a-friend scheme
**All candidates who register with Simply Education are required to provide references for the previous 2 years of work, as well as complete an enhanced DBS check. **
What you need to do now:
If you're interested in this role, please click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or please call your local Kent team on (phone number removed) and speak to Nicole about any SEND roles in Kent