At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individual pupils with additional needs and deliver adapted lessons across year groups.
- Company: Join a dedicated team focused on enhancing learning for children with special educational needs.
- Benefits: Opportunity to work closely with SENDCo and Headteacher, fostering professional development.
- Other info: Role involves developing bespoke learning materials and managing challenging behaviours.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact on the lives of pupils with additional needs in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience working with children with SEMH needs and knowledge of IEPs or EHCPs required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We need you to be able to:
- Work with individual or groups of pupils with additional needs to support learning as directed by the teacher, SENDCo and Headteacher.
- Support working relationships with pupils, acting as role model and setting high expectations.
- Meet the personal and physical needs of pupils whilst encouraging their independence.
- Support pupils to meet the outcomes outlined on the pupil’s IEPs or EHCP.
- Plan and deliver highly adapted lessons which meet the needs of children from a range of year groups who have additional needs.
- Monitor and communicate the progress of individual children and identify gaps in learning, planning suitable interventions to address these.
- Effectively manage challenging behaviours, particularly those prevalent in children with SEMH needs, using a range of bespoke strategies where needed.
- Develop a range of learning support materials and resources (adapting where appropriate for individual pupil needs) e.g. English and Maths.
- Work with individuals or groups of pupils in the use of IT to support learning.
- Monitor and give feedback on the progress of the pupils in regard to the objectives in their plan.
SEND Higher Level Teaching Assistant in Halifax employer: St Mary's Catholic Primary Academy
This school is committed to providing tailored support for children with additional needs. Located in a vibrant community, the team values collaboration and innovation in education. You will have the chance to contribute to meaningful outcomes for pupils.
Contact Details:
St Mary's Catholic Primary Academy Recruitment Team
We think you need these skills to ace SEND Higher Level Teaching Assistant in Halifax
Experience with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities)
Ability to support learning for pupils with additional needs
Strong communication skills
Role modelling and setting high expectations
Understanding of IEPs (Individual Education Plans) and EHCPs (Education, Health and Care Plans)
Lesson planning and delivery for diverse year groups
Monitoring and assessing pupil progress
