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Higher Level Teaching Assistant

United Kingdom, Purley 16.14 - 17.61 GBP / Hour · Job Posted July 04, 2026
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Are you a motivated and supportive teaching assistant who is passionate about championing young learners with complex needs? We are looking for a driven and empathetic Higher Level Teaching Assistant to become part of our encouraging pastoral department. In this position, you will be instrumental in guiding the academic and personal growth of our pupils, ensuring they flourish within a welcoming and inclusive setting. We operate a strict no-sponsorship policy; all applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK. Working hours: 40 hours per week, term time only.

Job Responsibility

  • Support the Class Teacher in the day-to-day management of the classroom and lead lessons in their absence
  • Embed positive behaviour support (PBS) frameworks to reduce behaviours of concern and improve the quality of life for our students
  • Conduct behavioural observations and functional assessments to inform individual support plans
  • Provide a spectrum of educational activities tailored to students' individual EHCP requirements
  • Promote student welfare and safeguarding in accordance with school policies
  • Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team, parents, and external professionals to ensure holistic student development

Requirements

  • Higher Level Teaching Assistant Diploma (or Level 4 equivalent) and a Level 5 PBS Practitioner qualification or relevant experience
  • GCSE (or equivalent) pass at grade C/4 or above in English and Maths
  • Proven experience working with students with SEN, SLD/PMLD, ADHD, and ASD
  • Strong understanding of safeguarding principles and child protection procedures
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a solution-focused approach to challenging behaviours
  • Able to provide your own vehicle or public transport
  • Eligibility to work in the UK
  • The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check

Nice to have

  • 121 teaching experience
  • ability to communicate with parents
  • ability to work well under pressure
  • able to inspire
  • be a role model
  • building rapport with children
  • career driven
  • communication
  • effective discipline
  • empathy
  • engaging
  • excellent time management
  • FMS experience
  • good behaviour management skills
  • good classroom management
  • good communication skills
  • good sense of humour
  • high expectations
  • keen to contribute to the life of the school
  • key stage 3 experience
  • key stage 4 experience
  • key stage 5 experience
  • knowledge of A-level specification
  • knowledge of curriculum
  • knowledge of GCSE specification
  • knowledge of subject
  • motivated
  • partake in extra curricular activities
  • passion for education
  • SEN experience
  • set clear objectives
  • SIMS experience
  • sixth form experience
  • teaching assistant experience
  • team player
  • work well autonomously
  • years 7-11 experience

What we offer

  • Continued training and development opportunities
  • Shopping and transportation schemes including UK health cash plan
  • £1,000 refer-a-friend programme
  • 24/7 employee assistance programme and network of supportive and nurturing staff
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