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Are you an experienced in SEN Teaching Assistant and looking for your next rewarding role in Kempston? We're working with a welcoming and inclusive SEN specialist school in Kempston seeking a passionate and dedicated SEN HLTA to join their supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in the education and training sector and wants to make a genuine impact on young people's lives. SEN HLTA - Make a Difference Every Day! Location: Kempston Salary: £18,000.00 - £25,000.00 Annually (Actual) Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only Sector: Education and Training As an SEN HLTA in Kempston, you'll play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across the school. You will: Deliver small group and 1:1 interventions tailored to pupils' individual needs. Support children with a range of additional needs including autism (ASC), ADHD, and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) difficulties. Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and the SENCO to ensure each pupil reaches their full potential. Contribute to planning and assessment within the education framework of the school. The Ideal Candidate: Has experience working as an SEN HLTA or in a similar role supporting pupils with special educational needs. Holds HLTA status or equivalent qualifications, with a strong understanding of inclusive education. Is empathetic, resilient, and proactive in supporting children with complex needs. Demonstrates excellent communication and teamwork skills. Why Join This School in Kempston? A warm, collaborative, and supportive staff team. Access to ongoing professional development and education and training opportunities. A school culture that values inclusion, respect, and every child's unique journey. If you're ready to take the next step in your career as an SEN HLTA, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today and become part of a dedicated team making a real difference in special education.

School Support Worker January Start Full-Time We are currently recruiting a dedicated and resilient School Support Worker / Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a specialist secondary SEN school in Kingston from January. This is a highly rewarding role for someone passionate about supporting young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and related social, emotional and behavioural needs.The school supports students aged 11-19 and provides a structured, nurturing environment where consistency, positive relationships and clear boundaries are key. The successful candidate will have experience working with older students with ASC and will be confident supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviour as part of their additional needs.The role will involve:Providing consistent 1:1 and small group support to secondary-aged students with ASCSupporting students to access the curriculum, remain engaged in lessons and achieve individual learning goalsAssisting with emotional regulation, communication strategies and behaviour support plansWorking closely with class teachers, therapists and the wider SEN team to deliver tailored supportSupporting students during transitions, break times and off-site activities where requiredThe ideal candidate will:Have proven experience supporting older students with ASC, ideally within a secondary SEN settingBe confident, patient and resilient, with a calm and consistent approachBe physically able and comfortable supporting students who may require practical or behavioural supportHave strong communication skills and the ability to build positive, professional relationshipsBe committed to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing at all timesEssential requirements:Enhanced child and adult DBS (on the update service or willingness to obtain)A genuine interest in supporting young people with additional needsThe school offers:A supportive and experienced SEN leadership teamOngoing training and professional development opportunitiesA structured environment with clear behaviour and support systems in placeThe opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact on students' lives

Job Summary The Substitute Coordinator is responsible for arranging substitute teachers and assistants for all divisions and the office of Teaching and Learning as needed. Substitutes must be sourced from a pre-approved list confirmed by the Human Resources Department or an approved recruitment agency to ensure they are legally eligible to work in the UK and are suitable to substitute at ASL. This role requires being able to take telephone calls in the evening from 5:00-10:00pm and weekday mornings between 6:00 and 7:30am. Calls after 7:30 for same-day substitution will be covered by the appropriate divisional office. Responsibilities: Coordinate substitutes for workshops, professional development, curriculum review, and pre-arranged absences, which must be approved by the divisional principal in advance Receive last-minute calls requesting substitutes from sick employees and in case of emergencies; checks for voicemail messages must be made at reasonable intervals throughout the day Make every effort to ensure continuity of substitution if a teacher/assistant is absent for a prolonged period Notify divisional offices of all plans concerning substitutes in a timely manner Notify the security office on a weekly basis of all the substitutes who are booked for the forthcoming week, so that they have visitors' badges ready for substitutes at the entrance to facilitate the morning rush Compile weekly reports for the divisional offices, recording the absent employee, the nature of the absence, full or half-day substitution, the name of the substitute and the rate of substitute pay; submit these reports to be approved by the administrative assistant responsible in the divisional offices (these reports take approximately 4-5 hours per week) Maintain an up-to-date database, requiring regular contact with all substitutes included in the database to ascertain their ongoing availability Check in with teachers and divisional leaders as best possible when a new substitute has worked in the classroom for the first time to assess if s/he is a substitute to use frequently Become familiar with how the school divisions function in order to make informed decisions and suggestions about substitutes; this will entail spending some time at ASL to meet with faculty and staff, and to become apprised of the needs of each division Be aware of any changes to the daily schedule in the three divisions and schedule accordingly) (Wednesday schedule, class trips, assembly schedules, etc.) Cultivate and maintain relationships with substitute teachers, ensuring substitutes' queries are responded to in a timely manner Manage substitute teachers' schedules and availability Liaise with substitute teacher agencies to support any needs that cannot be covered internally Help organize a substitute training session in conjunction with the assistant principals, security, HR, and the Director of Teaching & Learning Show initiative and creativity in dealing with the demands of daily life at ASL Participate actively in the life of the School, through attendance at events, committee membership and leadership of extracurricular activities Any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job, as requested by the Director of Teaching & Learning Qualifications: Excellent interpersonal skills, discretion and flexibility Demonstrably strong oral and written communication skills A desire to work in a team-focused, community environment Excellent technology skills and proficiency with databases A proven commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of children This position description is current at the date shown but following consultation it may be changed to reflect or anticipate changes in the role that are commensurate with the job title and salary.

Your new school Gretton School welcomes autistic children and young people aged from 5-19 years old, as weekly boarders or as day learners. Every learner at Gretton has a diagnosis of Autism, and the ability to learn at or above the level of their mainstream peers, but require a specialist setting in order to achieve their remarkable potential. As autism specialists, we understand that consistent daily routines and staffing helps to keep anxiety at a minimum and ensures that our learners feel safe and confident in their surroundings. We have a high staff to learner ratio and classes are small and personal - we know each of our learners really well and employ the best strategies to support them in their everyday school life. A broad curriculum, an emphasis on holistic development, and the development of life and social skills, means that we are able to bring out the best in all our learners, and to provide them with opportunities to flourish. At whatever stage a young person joins Gretton, we will ensure they are happy and prepared to make the most of the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of life. Your new role We are recruiting a Primary Teacher to join our team. As a Primary Teacher at Gretton School, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging and personalised lessons that meet the needs and interests of your students. You will work closely with a team of teaching assistants, therapists, and other professionals to ensure that each student receives the best possible support and guidance. You will also contribute to the development of the school's curriculum, policies, and practices, and participate in ongoing training and professional development. What you'll need to succeed A recognised teaching qualification (QTS or equivalent) Experience of teaching in a primary setting, preferably with students with ASCs or other special educational needs A good understanding of the principles and practices of autism education, or a willingness to learn and develop your skills in this area A creative and flexible approach to teaching and learning, with the ability to adapt to different learning styles and abilities A positive and enthusiastic attitude, with the ability to motivate and inspire your students A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people What you'll get in return Gretton is a friendly school where staff are supportive of each other inside and outside of the classroom and there is an opportunity to really make a difference to the lives of our students and their families. Gretton has a person-centred focus, providing each child with a personalised education and care programme tailored to help meet their unique needs. At Gretton, our staff are like family, so don't delay and apply today to join the Gretton family. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, please see our website at or call Brett Coventry on We reserve the right to close vacancies early if we have sufficient suitable applications. Therefore we encourage interested applicants to submit an application as soon as possible. Safeguarding recruitment statement: Gretton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment, applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service. We aim to be a fair employer and are committed to equal opportunities. Gretton School does not discriminate against employees on the basis of gender, ethnic origin, disability or age.