HLTA/SEND Level 3 Teaching Assistant - Ellwood Primary School
Forest of Dean
Grade Grade 5 (pts 11-14) £28,142 – £29,540 pa pro rata
Allowances (Not applicable)
This post is suitable for newly qualified teachers
Hours Part Time (22 hours)
Contract Fixed Term Contract
Closing Date: 27/03/2026
Interview Date: TBA
Start Date A.S.A.P.
We are seeking a committed and compassionate Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our team. Initially, the role will also include an additional 2 hours mid-day supervision paid at MDS rate to support pupils with SEMH needs. Part of the role will also require the candidate to support the class teachers and deliver SEND interventions.
· The candidate will need to be an experienced TA (Level 3), with HLTA status, and be flexible to be able to undertake a number of roles.
· One of the roles is to support individual pupils with SEMH and cognition and learning needs, mainly on a one to one basis for part of the week.
· The candidate will also support children for part of playtimes/lunchtime supervision (this will be paid on a 2.2 MDS scale).
· The pupils will require support during PE and may require intimate care (if needed).
· Knowledge of phonics, early reading, writing and maths is essential and experience of working with children who have learning and SEMH needs is required.
· The candidate will also need to supervise and deliver targeted interventions to small groups of pupils in EYFS / KS 1 / KS 2, so experience and knowledge of specific intervention and delivery, such as targeted reading, writing and maths support is desirable.
· To cover classes as a HLTA.
· A calm and consistent approach is required and a good knowledge of delivering My Plan work/interventions and EHCP objectives are welcome both in terms of helping to set targets, deliver work and to review objectives.
· Experience of working in partnership and liaising with parents and external professionals is desirable.
· Hours are negotiable – depending on candidate
As part of due diligence within safer recruitment the school may carry out online searches to help identify any incidents or issues which might need to be explored at interview. These searches can include, but will not be limited to, Facebook, Instagram, X and Google.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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