Higher Level Teaching Assistant

OneSchool Global UK is part of the OneSchool Global network, one of the most extensive and progressive networks of schools and educational support services in the world with 126 campuses across 20 countries. 

We have a fantastic opportunity at our Biggleswade Campus for an experienced and interactive Higher Level Teaching Assistant on a full time, permanent basis.

Key responsibilities: 

• To provide 1:1 support, assistance and interventions for an individual pupil on the SEND register 

• Ensure that records of progress are kept and that skills are transferred to the classroom 

• Support other children as required including those with EHCPs 

• Deliver interventions to children on the SEND register; more specifically those with Autism and Downs Syndrome 

• To work towards pupils individualised targets set out within the EHCP, in liaison with the class teacher and Special Needs Co-ordinator 

• To aid access to the full range of learning experienced both inside and outside the classroom and provide modified materials as required e.g. worksheets, games, visual prompt cards etc 

• To make or modify resources as suggested and advised by the SENDCO, Educational Psychologist or other outside agencies 

• To organise and maintain an inclusive learning environment both in the classroom and outside 

• Facilitate inclusion in small group activities and support interaction 

• To work as part of the team to ensure that the wellbeing and personal development of the pupils enhances their learning opportunities and life skills 

• To provide regular feedback to the class teacher, SENDCo and relevant outside agencies (as directed) about the pupils difficulties and progress 

You will: 

• Have extensive experience of working with children and Autism

• Have experience of working with children and young adults at Key Stage 2-5

• Have experience of working with children with communication and interaction difficulties 

• Be fluent in Makaton or sign-a-long 

• Knowledge and understanding of the different social, culture and physical needs of pupils 

• Be an appropriate role model of behaviour both in the classroom and around school 

• Have GCSE English and Maths Grade A*-C 

• Have or working towards Higher Level Teaching Assistant qualifications 

• Undertake tasks under the direction of the Class Teacher, SENDCo or Campus Principal 

• Able to plan and prioritise tasks working under pressure of a busy inclusive school 

• Uphold and promulgate the OneSchool Global UK ethos within all areas of responsibility 

We offer: 

• Students who are enthusiastic and highly motivated with a love of learning 

• The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our students 

• Excellent premises and well-equipped classrooms providing a modern and technologically advanced learning environment for students 

• Supportive staff and an involved community who are committed to school improvement, who will work with you to achieve your goals 

• Dedicated and talent specialist employees who will work together to continually build upon our high standards 

• On-going CPD with support from our Teacher Training Academy- our innovative skills centre which is driving progress in learning and teaching throughout OneSchool Global UK

• A competitive salary, staff laptop and Teachers Pension Contributions 

For further information relating to the Campus, or for more information about OneSchool Global UK please visit: http://www.oneschoolglobal.com or follow us on LinkedIn. 

OneSchool Global UK is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. 

We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school. This is in line with statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education 2021 and The Education Act 2002, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.