Higher Level Teaching Assistant

OneSchool Global UK is part of the OneSchool Global network, one of the most extensive and progressive networks of schools and educational support services in the world with 126 campuses across 20 countries. 

We have an opportunity for an experienced and interactive Higher Level Teaching Assistant on a full time, term time only basis. The main purpose of the role will be to provide 1:1 bus support and 1 to 1 class support, for an individual KS2 pupil on the SEND register. 

Key responsibilities: 

• To accompany a KS2 student with additional needs to and from their designated pick up/drop off point on the school bus 
• To assisting the pupil when boarding and alighting from the bus 
• To ensure the pupil is safely and comfortably seated with seat belt securely fastened 
• To act as Key Worker for identified pupil, regularly liaising with parents and staff to ensure progress against Learning Plan targets.
• To complement the professional work of teachers, particularly within an alternative curriculum. For example, joint planning with teachers and preparing and delivering learning activities for ASDAN/entry-level courses.
• To promote and facilitate the inclusion of the pupil within the learning environment, supporting interaction where required. 
• To work with teachers, LSCO and RSENDCO to monitor the pupil’s progress and assess, record and report on this.
• To build positive working relationships and links with parents and outside agencies who are working with the pupil.
• To support other pupils as required across KS2 – KS5 including those with EHCPs.

You will: 

• Have experience of working with children who have additional needs at EYFS- Key Stage 2
• Have experience of working with children with communication and interaction difficulties 
• Have knowledge of effective strategies which aid children with communication and interaction difficulties  
• Have knowledge and understanding of the different social, cultural and physical needs of pupils 
• Genuine care and will to support children particularly those who find learning and managing their behavior difficult 
• Excellent understanding of SEND procedures.
• Have recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant / Learning Support qualification (or have / working towards Higher Level Teaching Assistant qualifications) 
• Communicate and co-operate effectively and positively with specialists from outside agencies, where applicable.

We offer: 

• Supportive staff, and an involved community who are committed to school improvement, who will work with you to achieve your goals. 
• Students who are enthusiastic and highly motivated with a love of learning 
• Excellent premises and well-equipped classrooms providing a modern and technologically advanced learning environment for students. 
• The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our students. 
• A competitive salary, staff laptop, Workplace Pension Contributions and Staff Referral scheme 
• Professional support from OneSchool Global UK to continually progress and develop your career- via our National Teacher Academy 

We’d welcome candidates to visit the campus or arrange an informal conversation regarding position, please email Emma Chaloner – Campus Principal- emma.chaloner@uk.oneschoolglobal.com 

For further information relating to the Campus, or for more information about OneSchool Global UK please visit: http://www.oneschoolglobal.com or follow us on LinkedIn. 

Closing date for applications: Friday 17th January 2025 

Interviews will be held week commencing: 20th January 2025 

Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to close the advert early if a suitable candidate is found. 

OneSchool Global UK is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. 

We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school. This is in line with statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024 and The Education Act 2002, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.