Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – SEMH School
Location: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Job Type: Full-Time, Monday to Friday
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Long-Term, with potential for permanent employment
Salary: Competitive daily rate, dependent on experience
About the Role
SENCare Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)to join a specialist SEMH school in Milton Keynes.
The school supports children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, many of whom may also have additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD and behavioural difficulties.
We are looking for a confident, compassionate and resilient individual who can provide high-quality classroom support, deliver learning activities and help pupils overcome barriers to education.
Key Responsibilities
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Deliver planned lessons and learning activities to individuals, small groups and whole classes under the direction of teaching staff.
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Provide targeted support to pupils with SEMH, ASC, ADHD and additional learning needs.
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Lead classroom activities and provide cover supervision when required.
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Implement positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
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Support pupils with emotional regulation, social development and engagement in learning.
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Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams to implement individual learning plans and EHCP targets.
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Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
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Promote a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment.
Requirements
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Previous experience working as an HLTA or experienced Teaching Assistant within an SEN, SEMH, PRU or Alternative Provision setting.
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HLTA qualification or relevant Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable.
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Strong understanding of SEMH needs, challenging behaviour and positive behaviour management.
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Confidence leading learning activities and managing small groups independently.
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Excellent communication, patience and relationship-building skills.
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A current Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
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A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
What We Offer
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Competitive rates of pay.
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Full-time, long-term opportunities.
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Ongoing support from a dedicated SEN recruitment consultant.
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Opportunities for professional development.
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Potential for permanent employment.
About Us
SENCare Recruitment provides Special Educational Needs (SEN) professionals for SEN schools, mainstream schools, residential care homes and 1-1 home support through local authorities, across the UK.
We can offer short/long-term placements on a temporary and permanent basis for specialist SEN teachers, teaching assistants, support workers, social workers, VI/HI practitioners and mid-day meal supervisors.
If you feel this would be the ideal vacancy for you, then please apply below or contact our team directly and ask for John Stokes at SENCare Recruitment.
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