Job Description

Job Advertisement: HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant)

Location: Bideford, North Devon

Salary: £100-£110 per day

Contract: Fixed term, January start for one year (Maternity Cover)

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people with SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) needs?

An SEMH school in Bideford, North Devon, is seeking a committed and empathetic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their dedicated team. Our school provides a supportive and nurturing environment for students who find mainstream education challenging due to behavioural difficulties and the impact of past trauma.

The Role:

Support students across all key stages in their academic and personal development.

Work closely with teaching staff to deliver tailored interventions and small group sessions.

Help create a safe and inclusive environment where students feel valued and supported.

Collaborate with the wider school team to provide holistic care and support.

What We’re Looking For:

Experience working with children or young people, ideally in an SEMH or similar environment.

HLTA qualification or equivalent experience.

A compassionate, patient, and resilient attitude.

Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.

Excellent communication and team-working skills.

Why Join Us?

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives.

Work in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Gain valuable experience in a specialist educational setting.

Apply Now!

This is a fixed-term position starting in January 2024 for one year to cover maternity leave. If you’re ready to take on this rewarding role, we’d love to hear from you.

For more information or to apply, please contact Alec Stott at TeacherActive:

(phone number removed)

Help us empower our students to achieve their full potential—apply today!

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

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