Higher Level Teaching Assistant – SEN Provision

Teachers at Beech Hall School will be responsible for delivering a bespoke approach to learning through a new lens, with emphasis placed on growing minds, hearts, eco responsibility, digital, innovation and being part of a global community. Our school is proudly inclusive and innovative, supporting all pupils to reach and unleash their potential, through the delivery of a powerful curriculum and in the care of nurturing and inspiring teaching staff.

The Beech Hall Tapestry frames our curriculum, our approach and our educational footprint. This approach enhances our teaching of the ICA international curriculum, and the American Curriculum from Grade 9. All educational staff will be supported to deliver relevant and contemporary education, with excellent resourcing and a team of collaborative and child-centred colleagues.

ACCOUNTABILITY: Head of SEN Unit

Core Responsibilities

The Higher Level Teaching Assistant in the SEN Provision plays a critical role in supporting students with high-demand special educational needs. This position emphasizes individualized and intensive support for students in small group SEN classes under the supervision of the SEN Specialist.

Individualized Student Support

• Provide one-on-one or small-group support to students with significant special educational needs, tailoring assistance to meet their specific developmental and educational goals.
• Implement and monitor Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) under the guidance of the SEN Specialist, ensuring alignment with established learning objectives.
• Support students in overcoming barriers to learning, such as academic challenges, behavioral difficulties, or social-emotional needs.
  
  

Classroom and Learning Environment Assistance

• Assist the SEN Specialist in setting up and maintaining a structured, safe, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Facilitate the use of assistive technologies and adaptive resources to enhance student learning and engagement.
• Help with classroom preparation, including organizing materials, modifying assignments, and creating tailored activities to meet diverse needs.
• Behavioral and Social-Emotional Support
• Implement behavior management strategies in collaboration with the SEN Specialist and based on each student’s IEP and needs to foster a positive and supportive learning environment.
• Encourage students in developing appropriate social skills and self-regulation techniques.
• Provide emotional support to students during challenging situations, offering strategies for coping and self-advocacy.
  
  

Intervention and Therapy Support

• Assist in the delivery of evidence-based interventions, based on the curriculum adopted in the class, designed to address students’ academic, social, and developmental needs.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of individualized transition programs when students move between settings or educational levels.
  
  

Data Collection and Collaboration

• Collect and maintain accurate data on student performance, behavior, and progress to inform ongoing evaluations and interventions.
• Collaborate closely with the SEN Specialist, and stakeholders, ensuring consistent communication and teamwork to meet student needs.
• Participate in meetings and reviews, contributing insights to the development and refinement of student IEPs.
• Training and Professional Development
• Engage in training programs and workshops to enhance skills in working with students with demanding special educational needs.
• Stay updated on best practices and emerging strategies for supporting students with diverse needs.
  
  

Collaboration and Community

• Regularly reflect on and critically evaluate your own teaching and the effectiveness of lessons and approaches to teaching.
• Be open minded to coaching and appraisal, taking on board praise and dialogue around development.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the team to develop best practice, share ideas and work cohesively to bring out the best in every member of the community.
• Work in partnership with Teaching Assistants, therapists and education support staff to support all students in the School.
• Share expertise through Professional Learning and Development (PLD).
• Engage in Action Research and be willing to experiment with approaches that could positively impact the wellbeing and development of students and subjects.
• Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the School including contributing to the broad co-curricular programme on offer.
• To provide cover for the lessons of other teachers as and when required; to carry out break and/or lunch duties.
• Develop a strong partnership with parents/carers and the wider community. Assist them to support their child’s learning at home and communicate effectively with parents with regard to students’ mindset and well-being.
• Show tolerance of and respect for the rights of others.
• Support and encouraging fundamental values such as the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect, and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs.
• Have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the School and maintain high standards in personal attendance and punctuality.
• Present a positive image of the school to all other stakeholders.
• Anything else reasonably requested by the Senior Leadership Team.
  
  

Safeguarding, Inclusion and Wellbeing

• Taking a proactive approach to safeguard all children and members of the School community.
• Commit to upholding all school policies and procedures.
• Be part of a fully inclusive school where all members of staff work together to provide a fully inclusive environment and working practices, free of bias and prejudice.
• Promote the general progress and well-being of all students and report concerns to a staff member.
• Provide guidance and advice to students on educational, pastoral and social matters.
• Ensure that students experience an educational programme that is personalised to their particular needs, developing their skills and abilities.
• Ensure that lessons are appropriately planned, delivered and reviewed.
• Assess, record and report on the development, progress and attainment of students in line with school policy.
• Ensure positive behaviour for learning for all students in line with the School’s policy.
• Work to foster a positive working environment in the subject area that supports students’ learning.
• Provide an effective role model for students in terms of your own professional practice.
• Ability to plan learning opportunities with other colleagues, including best transition processes.
  
  

Qualifications, Skills And Experience

• A relevant bachelor’s degree.
• UK Postgraduate Certificate of Education or Teaching Qualification
• A minimum of two years relevant teaching experience.
• Excellent working knowledge of the American System/IB system.
• A proven track record of effective teaching.
• A strong academic background, stature and experience that will command the respect of pupils, parents, colleagues and the wider community.
• A commitment to academic progress and the welfare and safeguarding of students.
• Knowledge and understanding of recent educational developments and best practice.
  
  

Beech Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We execute rigorous recruitment procedures that ensure all employees and volunteers are of sound moral character and are suitable people to work with children and young adults. The school expects all teaching staff, non-teaching staff and volunteers to share and uphold our commitment to safeguarding;

Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual task undertaken may not be identified.

The responsibilities as listed above will be subject to review and may be amended following consultation with the Senior Leadership Team.