Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Our school is based on a beautiful 84-acre site in Barrowmore, rural Cheshire. We offer up to 20 places for students aged 7 to 19 years of age. The school is an incredible place for children who have complex needs arising from autism, behavioural and learning difficulties to thrive, learn new skills, grow in confidence, and make new friends. Our dedicated staff provide first class support. The education, health, care, and therapy teams work in partnership, and we pride ourselves on having strong relationships in place with parents, carers and funders. This tried and tested approach ensures every iMap student reaches their optimum level of achievement.

About the Role

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting our pupils to make progress in all aspects of their education and personal development. Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering planned learning activities and supporting pupils to achieve their EHCP targets.
• Assisting teachers with the preparation and delivery of lessons, adapting materials to meet individual needs.
• Leading small group and individual sessions, both in the classroom and through outdoor learning opportunities such as forest school.
• Safeguarding and protecting our pupils at all times.
• Promoting positive behaviour support and inclusive approaches to learning.
• Encouraging attendance, attainment, and achievement for all pupils.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to deliver a holistic approach to support.
• Helping pupils to develop essential life skills and independence.

Benefits

• Bike to Work Scheme
• Tech Scheme
• Paid Sick Pay
• Long Service Reward Scheme
• Support to Drive Scheme
• Development Pathways
• Comprehensive Training Package
• Christmas Saver Scheme
• Enhanced Employee Assistance Package

Requirements

• Hold a Level 4 (HLTA) qualification or equivalent, or be willing to work towards this.
• Experience working with children and young people with autism and/or learning disabilities is highly desirable.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a range of people both orally and in writing.
• Well organised, self-motivated and able to adapt learning for each pupil.
• Confident IT user and able to support digital learning.
• Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team and with external agencies.
• Up-to-date knowledge of current Disability/SEN theory and practice, particularly linked to Autism.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection frameworks.
• Commitment to inclusive education and supporting pupils to reach their full potential.