We are looking for energetic and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistants to support our students in achieving growth academically and emotionally. Haywards Farm School is a small, outstanding independent school in West Berkshire, catering to 34 students with a range of special educational needs, including learning difficulties, social and emotional challenges, and autistic spectrum disorders. Many students have a history of non-attendance and require support to successfully transition into the school environment. Candidates for this position MUST have experience with complex young people and will be qualified up to a Level 3 Main duties of the role: Support the Teaching Assistants within the school by running a half termly supervision group. Demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to support the work of the teacher and increase achievement of all pupils including, where appropriate, those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). To cover and lead class teaching, when needed. Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of the school’s policies, practices, and procedures, so as to support the school’s values and vision. Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people and follow school policies and the staff code of conduct. Why work for us? Private use of our company holiday home on the south coast (when not in use for our children) You will be enrolled into a diploma (Level 3 Children and Young People). We want to support you with your career and will provide you with further qualifications and develop you into a more senior role Health Cash Plan – claim back from healthcare and wellbeing appointments. Sick pay (after probationary period) Company pension All employees are eligible for the Blue Light Card Discount on driving lessons from our recommended instructors. Long service award and employee of the month discretionary reward Death in Service x4 your salary Recommend a friend and earn up to £500 Equality and Diversity: Amegreen is committed to being an organisation that allows people to be their authentic selves in a safe and inclusive environment. We are actively building diverse teams therefore we welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. We want to create an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute their best work and develop to their full potential. If you require any accessibility adjustments to support your application, please contact us. Safeguarding and GDPR: Amegreen Children’s Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Therefore, all positions are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and references. Adherence to Safeguarding and GDPR requirements and training on these policies and processes is mandatory for all employees. All employees are expected to understand and promote effective Safeguarding and GDPR practices in all aspects of their employment with Amegreen Children’s Services. Successful candidates will be required to go through a thorough safeguarding onboarding process which requires a full employment history review along with a completed enhanced DBS check