training and education
Safeguarding & Prevent
(£25,632 - £32,763 based on 36 hours per week)
Are you looking for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant role that offers more than just a standard classroom?
Nestled on an expansive, unique campus in Cranleigh, this school offers students and staff access to learning which goes beyond the desk - forest schooling, stables, a swimming pool are just a few top mentions of this campus. This is an exceptional opportunity for a professional committed to enhancing the learning experiences of students with diverse needs.
Working Hours: Monday 8:30-16:00, Tuesday-Thursday 8:30-16:15, Friday 8:30-15:45
We operate a strict no-sponsorship policy; all applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK.
Responsibilities
- Lead lessons and support individuals or groups and provide short-term cover for teachers when needed.
- Collaborate on lesson planning and create engaging learning resources.
- Promote Development: Manage behaviour positively, foster student independence, and build self-esteem.
- Track student growth, assess progress, and keep parents updated while adhering to all school policies.
- Provide pastoral care, supervise students during breaks and lunch, and escort on offsite trips.
- Partner with specialists, such as therapists, and mentor new staff or work experience students.
- Use ICT tools to support learning and complete all required training, such as Team Teach.
- Supervise students in general movement around the entirety of the school ensuring their safety.
You Must Have…
- Be qualified with HLTA status or unqualified and willing to undergo training.
- The ability to interpret information for students with a wide spectrum of ability.
- Confidence with written and oral communication, organisational skills and attention to detail for meeting tight deadlines.
- Good interpersonal and negotiation skills within a solo-working or team environment.
- An enthusiastic attitude towards learning, alongside committed and empathetic qualities.
- Access to your own transportation due to semi-rural location.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check.
Ideally You Will Have…
- Previous experience working in a role supporting students with autism spectrum disorder or within a special educational needs setting.
- Team Teach training, or willing to undergo training before employment begins and refresher training periodically thereafter.
Benefits:
- Term-time only working plus 5 INSET days.
- £1000 retention bonus for new employees.
- Regular training, supervision and 1:1 mentoring supporting your career progression.
- Life insurance and medical cashplan.
- 24/7 employee wellbeing and counselling programme as well as access to Adult mental Health First Aiders and occupational health support.
- Discounted fitness classes.
- Free lunch during term time.
- Ample on-site parking.
If you are interested in discussing this role, please contact: brittany.tijou@randstad.co.uk
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