Level Teaching Assistant

Position: Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Are you an empathetic, driven Higher Level Teaching Assistant with a passion for social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) support? Do you believe every child deserves a safe, predictable, and nurture-focused environment to flourish? RECRUITMENTiQ is working in partnership with co-educational school to assist in their search for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant in St Helens. You will be an exceptional Nurture and Family Engagement Lead and spearhead our dedicated Nurture provision acting as a crucial bridge between home and school.

In this pivotal role, you will empower vulnerable pupils, support families through challenges, and drive positive whole-school outcomes. The Impact You Will Make As our Nurture & Family Engagement Lead, you will manage our dedicated Nurture setting and deliver targeted pastoral care to children with SEND and SEMH needs. Lead Nurture Provision:
Plan and deliver high quality Nurture Group sessions following established Nurture Principles. Track social and emotional progress using assessment tools. Provide Targeted Pastoral Interventions:
Deliver 1:1 and small-group sessions focused on emotional regulation, anxiety management and self-esteem. Deliver crisis de escalation and safe space support when children need it most. Bridge Home & School:
Build trusting, non-judgmental relationships with parents and carers. Lead Early Help assessments, run informal family workshops/coffee mornings and conduct home visits to boost attendance and engagement. Multi-Agency & Safeguarding Leadership:
Work closely with the SENCO, DSL, and external agencies (CAMHS, Educational Psychologists, Social Care) to wrap cohesive support around vulnerable children. Champion Whole-School Practice:
Model and share trauma-informed, nurture-focused strategies with teaching staff to foster an inclusive school culture. Who We Are Looking For We are seeking a compassionate, resilient, and skilled professional who brings:
Qualifications &

Experience:

HLTA status (or equivalent) with proven experience supporting children with SEND and SEMH needs within a primary or nurture setting. Nurture Expertise:
Strong working knowledge of Nurture Principles, attachment theory, trauma-informed approaches, and assessment tools (e.g., Boxall Profile). Family-First Approach:
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage hard-to-reach families with empathy, diplomacy, and respect. Safeguarding Integrity: A robust understanding of safeguarding procedures, CPOMS recording, and multi-agency processes (TAC/TAF, CIN, CP). Crisis Resilience:
Calm under pressure, with strong emotional de-escalation skills and a proactive approach to pupil well-being. What's on Offer A warm, inclusive school community committed to nurturing every child's potential. A dedicated, well-resourced Nurture Room environment. Ongoing professional development, training, and career progression opportunities. A supportive leadership team that prioritizes staff well-being and mental health.

How to Apply

If you are ready to lead a high-impact provision and change outcomes for our children and families, we would love to hear from you. Click the apply button to complete an application form.