HLTA - Engage Education : Job Details

HLTA - Watford

Are you looking for a new role working in an all-through SEN school as a HLTA in Watford? If so, this may be the perfect role for you!

I am currently working alongside an 'Outstanding’ all-through SEN school who are looking to appoint a SEN Teaching Assistant to work across either primary or secondary supporting students with Complex and Medical Needs.

The position is based in Watford, Hertfordshire and will be a full-time, long-term position starting immediately till the end of the academic year. There will be an opportunity to go permanent at the end of the academic year. The position is between £85 to £100 daily rate depending on your experience.

About the school:

The school is split across 2 sites for primary and secondary catering for students aged 2 to 19 with a range of needs including Autism, physical disabilities, sensory impairments, SEMH and medical needs. The school is home to tailored equipment and rooms such as Hydrotherapy pools, physiotherapy and sensory rooms. The school is located 10 minutes away from the closest station and has parking available on-site.

The position:

You will be working across either primary or secondary depending on your experience in mixed classes working with students with Complex and Medical Needs. You will be providing 1:1 support in classes of up to 6 students under the supervision of the Class Teacher and experienced SEN Teaching Assistants. Personal care will be involved in this role.

The ideal candidate:

• Will be willing to work in a special needs setting

• Have experience working with children or young people

• Be willing to carry out personal care (feeding, changing, toileting)

• Can work from 08:30 AM to 4:00 PM

• Be patient, reliable, and nurturing

• Be able to trial and/or interview immediately

Engage Education is a widely recognised, award-winning education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on the high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff.

We:

• Offer an excellent 'refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days

• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance

• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

If you are not contacted within 3 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful in this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education.

Engage Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance is provided.

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