Higher Level Teaching Assistant HLTA) – Numeracy Intervention
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Location: Cranleigh
Vacancy Type: Part-time or full-time (minimum 3 days per week) 36 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time plus 5 INSET days for full-time hours)
Actual salary:
Qualified HLTA: £29,600–£32,763
Unqualified HLTA: £25,632–£28,412
Are you passionate about mathematics and helping young people develop the skills and confidence to succeed? Do you have a Mathematics degree or equivalent relevant experience and want to make a real difference?
St Joseph’s Specialist Trust is seeking an enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant to deliver targeted numeracy interventions. Working closely with the Assistant Head responsible for Mathematics, you will help students develop their mathematical understanding, build confidence and achieve their individual learning goals.
Based in Cranleigh, Surrey, midway between Guildford and Horsham, St Joseph’s is a specialist SEN school, college, children’s home and adult supported living provider. Set within a beautiful 23-acre site on the edge of the Surrey Hills, we support young people aged 5–19 with complex learning disabilities, autism, significant social communication difficulties and behaviours that challenge.
About the role
You will deliver engaging, structured numeracy sessions to individuals and small class groups, adapting your approach to meet students’ different learning needs and abilities.
Supporting learning up to Functional Skills Level 2, you will help students develop practical mathematical skills for everyday life, greater independence and further learning.
Your responsibilities will include:
Planning and delivering targeted numeracy activities and interventions.
Explaining mathematical concepts clearly and adapting teaching to individual needs.
Monitoring progress and adjusting interventions to support achievement.
Working collaboratively with colleagues to provide accessible, engaging and effective numeracy provision.
Many of our students benefit from a personalised approach, with clear communication, consistency, patience and encouragement. Experience of working with autistic students is desirable, but we welcome applications from candidates with the right mathematical knowledge, relevant experience and a genuine commitment to supporting young people with additional needs.
Full training and ongoing support will be provided, including positive behaviour support and physical intervention training where required. xsabvtc
Working hours
We offer part-time and full-time opportunities, with a minimum commitment of three days per week.
Full-time hours are 36 hours per week across 39 weeks (term time plus 5 INSET days), with the following working pattern:
Monday: 8:30am–4:00pm
Tuesday–Thursday: 8:30am–4:15pm
Friday: 8:30am–3:45pm
Part-time working patterns...
Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Numeracy Intervention employer: St Joseph's Specialist Trust
St Joseph’s Specialist Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and nurturing environment for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs. Located in the picturesque setting of Cranleigh, employees benefit from a comprehensive induction programme, ongoing training opportunities, and a strong focus on employee wellbeing, including free meals and a retention bonus. With ample opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to fostering a positive work culture, St Joseph’s is dedicated to empowering its staff while providing meaningful support to its students.
Contact Details:
St Joseph's Specialist Trust Recruitment Team
