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Higher Level Teaching Assistant

£32.5k - £35.5k per annum
Full-time
London

Higher Level Teaching Assistant – Phonics Intervention & PPA Cover

The Role

We are seeking a friendly and adaptable Higher Level Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children and young people with severe and complex learning needs across a range of key stages.

This role focuses on delivering phonics interventions across the school and providing class cover to support high-quality teaching and learning. You will work closely with teachers, subject leads and support staff to ensure appropriate differentiation and effective learning strategies are in place for all students.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is motivated to take on a new challenge and contribute to the continued development of teaching and learning. The successful candidate will demonstrate:

* Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
* Flexibility and a willingness to support a range of needs
* Commitment to professional development and continuous improvement
* Initiative and effective prioritisation skills
* Consistency, fairness and sound judgement
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Empathy when working with students from diverse backgrounds and with complex needs
* Excellent punctuality and attendance

Essential Criteria

* A specialism in literacy, reading development, or a related area
* Experience working with children or young people with additional needs
* Strong literacy, numeracy and IT skills
* Good organisational and time management skills
* Professional conduct, enthusiasm and initiative
* Resilience, flexibility and a student-centred approach

What We Offer

* A welcoming and supportive working environment
* Dedicated and collaborative staff teams
* Opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression
* A friendly school community and rewarding work with young people

Benefits include:

* Employee Assistance Programme
* Free on-site parking

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and pre-employment checks.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client’s pay policy.

Vacancy posted 18 days ago
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