Senior Specialist Teaching & Learning Support Assistant
| Posting date: | 09 May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £28,624 - £31,067 FTE, £22,247 - £24,146 Actual |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 02 June 2025 |
| Location: | Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU6 8JJ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1484414 |
Summary
SENIOR (SPECIALIST) TEACHING & LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT
FREDERICK HOLMES SCHOOLGrade & Scale point: 6, Scp 14-19
Salary: £28,624 - £31,067 FTE, £22,247 - £24,146 Actual, £14.84 - £16.11/hr
Hours of work: 33.33 hours per week, Monday - Friday
Contracts: Permanent, Term-time + 5 training days
Start date: 1 September 2025We pride ourselves on our outstanding quality of education and are seeking to strengthen and increase our team through the appointment of a Senior (Specialist) Teaching & Learning Support Assistant. Many of our pupils have complex medical needs as well as learning, physical and/or communication difficulties. You will be expected to work across the school individually with pupils and/or with groups in class. The pupils require high levels of adult support not only to access the school curriculum but also with personal care routines. JOB REQUIREMENTS: • Provide effective classroom support, including short-term, whole class/group supervision in the absence of the teacher• Supervise and provide specialist support/skills/training/experience for pupils/individuals in order to guide and assist with language, numeracy and functional skills, ensuring their safety and access to all learning activities• Contribute to planning and evaluation of learning, providing detailed and regular feedback to teachers on learners’ attainment, progress, behaviour and attitudes to learning• Analyses the impact of strategies and initiatives and, in consultation with the teacher, adapts them accordingly.• Supervise out of school learning activities as required and directed by the teacher, e.g. community visits, completing EVOLVE/Local Visit Forms as per policies and procedures• Liaise sensitively and effectively with parents/carers as agreed with the teacher within your role/responsibility and participate in feedback sessions/meetings with parents/carers and/or other professionals as directed
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE: • GCSE English and Maths Grade A-C (or equivalent) • NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification • Understanding of National Curriculum, EYFS Guidance and other codes of practice e.g. SEN, Equalities, Safeguarding• Ability to work independently with groups of pupils or individuals• A sound knowledge of observations, ability to observe and accurately record children’s learning• Ability to support colleagues with best practice AS A MEMBER OF HUMBER EDUCATION TRUST, WE OFFER: • Commitment to securing the very best provision and outcomes for all children. • A Trust with expertise in every area of the curriculum, both in primary and special settings, through our Teaching & Learning Ambassadors and peer networks. • Outstanding individually tailored continual professional development for staff at all levels. • Staff who feel valued and supported in their roles. • A caring and safe environment where we recognise the diverse needs of our community, ensuring our young people from all backgrounds thrive. • Ethical working with mutual respect and collaboration. HOW TO APPLY: Please complete and upload our application form with an optional cover letter. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. Early application is encouraged. We will review applications throughout the advertising period and therefore reserve the right to close the advert early should sufficient applications be received. Closing date for completed applications: 8am, Monday 2 June 2025 Interviews to be held: Thursday 12 June 2025If you have any queries regarding the role or application process, please contact Claire Turner, HR Administrator. Contact details are available in the applicant pack attached.
CONDITIONAL OFFER: Any offer of employment to this post will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure Barring Service, Children’s Barred List Check, Section 128 check where applicable, identity checks, medical clearance, proof of qualifications, satisfactory references and eligibility to work in the UK checks. An online search will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates. Those shortlisted for interview will also be required to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children.
FREDERICK HOLMES SCHOOLGrade & Scale point: 6, Scp 14-19
Salary: £28,624 - £31,067 FTE, £22,247 - £24,146 Actual, £14.84 - £16.11/hr
Hours of work: 33.33 hours per week, Monday - Friday
Contracts: Permanent, Term-time + 5 training days
Start date: 1 September 2025We pride ourselves on our outstanding quality of education and are seeking to strengthen and increase our team through the appointment of a Senior (Specialist) Teaching & Learning Support Assistant. Many of our pupils have complex medical needs as well as learning, physical and/or communication difficulties. You will be expected to work across the school individually with pupils and/or with groups in class. The pupils require high levels of adult support not only to access the school curriculum but also with personal care routines. JOB REQUIREMENTS: • Provide effective classroom support, including short-term, whole class/group supervision in the absence of the teacher• Supervise and provide specialist support/skills/training/experience for pupils/individuals in order to guide and assist with language, numeracy and functional skills, ensuring their safety and access to all learning activities• Contribute to planning and evaluation of learning, providing detailed and regular feedback to teachers on learners’ attainment, progress, behaviour and attitudes to learning• Analyses the impact of strategies and initiatives and, in consultation with the teacher, adapts them accordingly.• Supervise out of school learning activities as required and directed by the teacher, e.g. community visits, completing EVOLVE/Local Visit Forms as per policies and procedures• Liaise sensitively and effectively with parents/carers as agreed with the teacher within your role/responsibility and participate in feedback sessions/meetings with parents/carers and/or other professionals as directed
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE: • GCSE English and Maths Grade A-C (or equivalent) • NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification • Understanding of National Curriculum, EYFS Guidance and other codes of practice e.g. SEN, Equalities, Safeguarding• Ability to work independently with groups of pupils or individuals• A sound knowledge of observations, ability to observe and accurately record children’s learning• Ability to support colleagues with best practice AS A MEMBER OF HUMBER EDUCATION TRUST, WE OFFER: • Commitment to securing the very best provision and outcomes for all children. • A Trust with expertise in every area of the curriculum, both in primary and special settings, through our Teaching & Learning Ambassadors and peer networks. • Outstanding individually tailored continual professional development for staff at all levels. • Staff who feel valued and supported in their roles. • A caring and safe environment where we recognise the diverse needs of our community, ensuring our young people from all backgrounds thrive. • Ethical working with mutual respect and collaboration. HOW TO APPLY: Please complete and upload our application form with an optional cover letter. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. Early application is encouraged. We will review applications throughout the advertising period and therefore reserve the right to close the advert early should sufficient applications be received. Closing date for completed applications: 8am, Monday 2 June 2025 Interviews to be held: Thursday 12 June 2025If you have any queries regarding the role or application process, please contact Claire Turner, HR Administrator. Contact details are available in the applicant pack attached.
CONDITIONAL OFFER: Any offer of employment to this post will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure Barring Service, Children’s Barred List Check, Section 128 check where applicable, identity checks, medical clearance, proof of qualifications, satisfactory references and eligibility to work in the UK checks. An online search will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates. Those shortlisted for interview will also be required to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children.