At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide one-to-one support for children with special educational needs and assist in implementing IEPs.
- Company: The Lighthouse Multi Academy Trust operates 9 primary schools in the Walsall borough.
- Benefits: Enjoy excellent CPD opportunities, access to professional coaching, and discounts through Perkbox.
- Other info: This is a fixed-term position at Field Road Academy, working 31 hours per week during term time.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team dedicated to making a positive impact on young learners.
- Qualifications: Candidates must hold HLTA status or equivalent experience and possess strong classroom management skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
About the Lighthouse Multi Academy Trust: The Lighthouse Multi Academy Trust, located in the West Midlands, consists of 9 primary schools across the Walsall borough. We are proud to be Lighthouse and across our academies we have:
- 3,000 Amazing Children
- 500 Dedicated Staff Members
- 9 Fabulous Schools
- A uniquely developed Forest School
- 1 Additionally Resourced Provision
- 2 Special Resourced Provision (SRPs)
- A school with the only Crown Bowling Green in England.
About this role: Higher Level Teaching Assistant, 31 hours per week, Term Time only, Fixed Term post, Pay Grade: G7 (point 22 to 27 - £32,654 to £37,035 pro rata to hours worked/term time). Field Road Academy is proud to be a member of The Lighthouse Trust, a federation that is now 9 schools and growing.
Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs? Do you have the dedication and empathy to make a positive impact on young learners? We are seeking a caring and motivated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our dynamic and welcoming primary school team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide one-to-one and small group support for children with a range of special educational needs
- Assist in the implementation of IEP’s
- Support pupils with classroom activities
- Encourage and help develop independence, self-confidence, and social skills
- Monitor and track the progress of children
We Are Looking For:
This role will involve supporting teaching and learning across the school, including delivering planned lessons, providing cover where required, and working closely with class teachers to ensure high-quality provision for all pupils. We are looking for a committed and experienced member of staff who:
- Holds HLTA status or equivalent experience
- Has strong classroom practice and behaviour management skills
- Can work independently and as part of a team
- Is flexible and responsive to the needs of the school
If you’re looking for an opportunity to work in a well-resourced, supportive school where the children are at the heart of all we do, then please apply.
What we offer you:
- A friendly, dedicated staff team who believe in teamwork and building positive relationships across the school, the Trust and in the local community.
- High quality development programme with induction programmes for all new staff.
- Excellent CPD opportunities
- Annual conferences with keynote speakers.
- Access to professional coaching.
- A supportive and collaborative working ethos, including support from the Trust’s Central Executive Team and a range of experts, such as specialists in pupil welfare, SEND and behaviour.
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme including free counselling.
- Access to discounts through our Reward partner Perkbox.
Higher Level Teaching Assistant in Bloxwich employer: Field Road Academy
The Lighthouse Multi Academy Trust is located in the West Midlands and consists of 9 primary schools. They offer a high-quality development programme and access to an Employee Assistance Programme, including free counselling. The team is committed to building positive relationships within the community.
