Job description
Higher Learning Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Location: Lewisham
Salary: £100 - £140 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Long Term
GSL Education London Branch are looking for a passionate and dedicated HLTA to join a vibrant coeducational secondary school in Lewisham. This is an exciting opportunity for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) who is eager to make a real difference in the lives of young learners.
The school is seeking a highly skilled and experienced HLTA to take a lead role in delivering specialised interventions within a newly established, informal Resource Base. The base supports Year 7 students in a secondary mainstream environment who are working at Key Stage 1–3 academic levels and/or have severe social communication difficulties.
The successful HLTA will be a compassionate, adaptable, and proactive professional with a proven record of supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), particularly Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Speech and Language Communication Needs (SLCN).
Responsibilities
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Provide targeted interventions and tailored support to students with SEN, including those with ASD and SLCN.
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Work closely with teachers, SENCO, and support staff to deliver engaging and inclusive learning experiences.
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Lead small group and one-to-one sessions to promote academic, social, and emotional development.
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Adapt teaching resources and strategies to meet individual learning needs.
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Monitor, assess, and record student progress, providing feedback to staff and parents where appropriate.
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Contribute to the development of an inclusive, nurturing, and positive classroom environment.
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Support with classroom management and behaviour strategies to maintain a calm and focused learning space.
Requirements
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Hold a recognised HLTA qualification or equivalent relevant experience.
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Experience working with students with SEN, particularly ASD and SLCN.
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Strong understanding of differentiated teaching methods and behaviour management strategies.
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Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to work collaboratively as part of a dedicated school team.
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A positive attitude and commitment to helping every child succeed.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection. Successful applicants must satisfy all background and safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check on the update service.
GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.
For more information or to register your interest in the “HLTA” 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.