Job Description

HLTA (or equivalent)
ASAP
Full time
We are working exclusively with a specialist Secondary school in Wythenshawe who are looking for someone to join their team as a HLTA; higher level teaching assistant as soon as possible.
The school is looking for an enthusiastic member of the support staff to join their school. The Department is very strong and the successful candidates will receive exceptional training to support them in their role. They are looking for professionals who have some experience of supporting children and have a genuine desire to support staff in delivering exceptional learning experiences for our pupils.
You will also be expected to work 1-1 with students that have Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, as well as leading some small group sessions. The school cater for pupils who have an educational plan to receive their education in a specialist provision, due to their learning needs.
The pupils are age 11-16 years old KS3/4 secondary all with EHCP plans and additional needs. The pupils have usually experienced some form of trauma, neglect or chaotic home life or all of these things.
Your role is to build a connection with the young people and act and a mentor and role model for the students.Due to the barriers the pupils have in the classroom, the role will entail forging strong relationships with pupils.
This position would suit someone who is looking to pursue a career in education or wishing to embark on a PGCE or someone who has recent experience working as a tutor/intervention lead. The role will start in as soon as possible and if successful, will be for the rest of the current academic year
Wythenshawe
Position - Higher level teaching assistant (or equivalent)
Type of work - HLTA
Start date - ASAP
Likely Duration - on going
Contract type - Temporary
Full time
Minimum rate of pay - GBP120 per day
Hours - 8:30am - 4pm Monday to Friday
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS
Degree educated with a good classification, in English
High grade in English & Maths at GCSE level
A level in English Literature or Language
Previous experience working with young people (which we can reference) desirable but not essential
Up to date Safeguarding training issued in the last year (essential, however training can be provided)
Up to date prevent awareness training issued in the last 3 years (essential, however, training can be provided.
TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:
Hold Right to Work in the UK
Hold an enhanced DBS registered on the update service or be willing to process a new application
Provide professional references to cover the last 2 years
If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy.