Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Alternative Provision
Location: Standish areaHours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm (plus weekly staff training on Wednesday)Contract: Full-time
About Us
The school is an independent specialist and Alternative Provision provider supporting children and young people who require a smaller, relational, and highly supportive learning environment. They provide both Specialist Placements and Alternative Provision Placements across KS3 and KS4, combining academic rigour with vocational opportunity.
The Role
We are seeking a passionate, resilient, and highly motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a dynamic team. This is a hands‑on role where no two days are the same. You will play a pivotal part in both supporting classroom teachers and leading small group or 1-to-1 learning interventions.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver tailored learning activities to students across KS3 and KS4, accommodating diverse emotional, social, and academic needs.
- Cover classes in the absence of the teacher, ensuring a consistent, structured, and relational environment.
- Build strong, trusting relationships with students to help them overcome barriers to learning and engage with both academic and vocational pathways.
- Collaborate with the wider staff team to implement positive behaviour strategies.
Qualifications & Experience
- Qualifications: HLTA status (or equivalent experience/qualifications).
- Experience: Proven track record of working with children or young people, ideally within an alternative provision, specialist placement, or SEMH setting.
- Skills: Exceptional communication, patience, and the ability to balance academic expectations with a highly supportive, nurturing approach.
- Commitment: Reliable team player dedicated to continuous professional development, including attendance at mandatory Wednesday evening staff training sessions.
What We Offer
- A highly supportive, collaborative, and relational working environment.
- Consistent, weekly professional development and training (Wednesday) to ensure you feel confident and equipped.
- The opportunity to make a genuine, tangible difference in the lives of vulnerable young people within a specialist framework.
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