Job Description

HLTA

Secondary School

Up to £130 Per Day PAYE

London Borough of Greenwich

Immediate Start Available

We are working in partnership with an inspiring SEMH Secondary School in the London Borough of Greenwich who are looking for SEMH HLTA's to join their dedicated team.

The school offers tailor made pathways for students who have found mainstream education difficult and believes that this is not an obstacle to those students having the opportunity to return, either to a mainstream secondary school or further education. The curriculum offers both academic and vocational options dependent on each students' needs.

For staff, they also offer their own de-escalation training (as well as other training and career development opportunities) and there are teacher training options available for those who wish to take that path.

Requirements of a HLTA

• Experience with challenging behaviour this role would really suit someone who has worked in a PRU or SEMH school, has worked as a Pastoral Officer in a school, or has experience with challenging behaviour as a Youth Worker.
• Experience working to support pupils with physically and emotionally challenging behaviour
• Experience delivering engaging lessons to students
• A resilient personality and an ability to build rapport quickly with staff and students.
• De-escalation training would be a bonus for this role, however, the school do also provide their own specialised de-escalation training
• An interest in mental health and seeing behaviour as a form of communication is essential for this role

What to expect as a HLTA:

• The opportunity to really make a difference to the life of a pupil with SEMH needs.
• Long-term positions available
• The opportunity for a good work-life balance due to school time hours.
• The opportunity to develop your skills as a SEMH Teaching Assistant
• This is a challenging and highly rewarding role which requires a strong and resilient personality and a strong drive to help and support children with additional needs.

Why work with us?

• We have over 300 5 Google reviews, please check them out!
• We are an Ethical consultancy that always put people first
• We specialise in SEND and we are all passionate about Inclusivity
• We choose PAYE not an Umbrella company
• We go above and beyond to make sure we are with you every step of the way on your journey to your future dream role

If you think you would be an incredible asset to a team then please do get in touch by applying to this advert or emailing (url removed)

Unfortunately if you are not contacted within 5 working days it means your application has been unsuccessful, we will however keep your records on file and contact you if a job role becomes available that we believe is perfect for you.

Parker Smith Inclusion is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undertake a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check. We will help you with this.

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