Higher Level Teaching Assistant - DBS Required

Posted 11 March 2025
Salary £110 - £115 per day
LocationFerryhill
Job type Long Term Temporary
Discipline S.E.N.D
ReferenceJ6622_1741708679

Job description

Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Location: Durham

Contract: Long term temporary

Leader Education are recruiting a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant for an SEMH school.

This school supports students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, so experience working with SEMH or vulnerable individuals would be highly beneficial.

The provision focuses on helping pupils successfully reintegrate into mainstream education while providing a structured learning environment.

This school ensures that all pupils receive the guidance and opportunities needed to achieve their full potential, regardless of their individual challenges.

The normal working pattern is Monday-Friday 8:00am until 4pm.

The successful candidate will have:

  • Have a fully enhanced DBS on the update service or a willingness to obtain one.
  • HLTA qualification
  • Previous experience working in a similar role within an educational setting
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Follow personalised curriculums and care plans to meet pupils' requirements
  • Work with pupils on both a 1:1 basis and in group settings, communicating effectively
  • Participate in the planning and implementation of the curriculum through lesson planning and delivery
  • Collaborate with teachers, therapists and other teams to create a holistic supportive environment for pupils

Leader Education can offer:

  • Competitive pay rates
  • Refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme: £100 per referral (terms apply)
  • Free CPD including Team Teach
  • A dedicated consultant to answer any queries and for ongoing support
  • Potential permanent contract after a qualifying period

Interested candidates are invited to submit a comprehensive CV outlining their teaching experience, qualifications which are relevant to this role. Please email your CV or call us on 0333 577 5034.

Leader Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, all applicants must go through a thorough vetting procedure, including enhanced DBS and reference checks.

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