Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Queenswood School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic HLTA to join our team! As a HLTA, you will be responsible for supervising classes during the short-term absence of teachers, ensuring that students remain on task and follow the school's policies and procedures. About the School: The School is set across two sites in a beautiful rural location in Herefordshire. We are an Independent Specialist day school specialising in the education and care of children and young people between the age of 11 to 19 years who are diagnosed as being on the autistic spectrum. We offer a warm and nurturing environment, where pupils receive the support they need to develop emotionally and socially and prepare to learn again. Our highly experienced and dedicated staff team make learning feel worthwhile and enjoyable for our young people. They build positive and meaningful connections so that pupils feel secure, understood and valued. Our robust safeguarding culture means that the safety and welfare of our students is at the forefront of everything that we do, and we are well-equipped to protect the vulnerable young people in our care. Our benefits include: Exclusive access to reward and discount scheme Blue Light discount card Flexible working Comprehensive induction Commitment to your ongoing training and career progression Paid for enhanced PVG/DBS Wellbeing support Cycle to work scheme and more! What you'll be doing: Supervising students in the absence of their regular teacher Ensuring that students complete the work set by their teacher Manage classroom behaviour in line with the school's behaviour policy Providing support and assistance to students as needed Maintaining a positive and productive learning environment About you: Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to manage classroom behaviour effectively Previous experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential A commitment to the educational development of students Please note: you must have