Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Early Years

About this Role We welcome applicants for the position of Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Early Years Specialist). The expectation is that successful applicants would work towards the “Higher Level Teaching Assistant” Standards or equivalent qualification or be prepared to undertake the qualification. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in leading delivery of teaching and learning to pupils in years R - 2. You should: Have high levels of resilience and experience working with children and young people with ASD, SLD and with SEMH and behavioural difficulties Be skilled and experienced in working with children in an early years or nursery setting/ and or specialist SEND setting Be passionate about teaching and learning Be able to work creatively and to use initiative Be an innovative and reflective practitioner who is keen to learn Be positive with a “can do” attitude Be committed to improving the life chances of every child Role Purpose The purpose of the role is to support our Early Years , Y1 and Y2 teachers to deliver and implement strategies for pupils who require a bespoke curriculum that supports their journey into school. Pupils learn the routines and pre-requisite skills required in order to access a special school curriculum. You will provide a key role in developing communication, meeting sensory needs and supporting the development of emotional regulation skills in order to meet this goal. This will involve teaching of individual/groups of children, the creation of and maintenance of resources, the development of learning spaces and the ongoing assessment of pupils' next steps and learning goals. It will also involve assessment, recording and reporting on achievement, behaviour for learning, progress and development. This may also include the management, support and development of other staff. Application Process Meet the criteria identified in the Job Description and Person Specification