Higher Learning Teaching Assistant

Heron Hall Academy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cash Plan

Career pathways and leadership

CPD opportunities

Healthy work-life balance

Generous pension

Subsidised lunches

Cycle to work

Staff referral bonus

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Heron Hall Academy in Greater London is seeking a committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant with a strong focus on inclusion to support pupils with SEND and help them reach their full potential.

You will plan, deliver and assess targeted interventions for individuals and small groups, work closely with teachers and external professionals, and contribute to enrichment and safeguarding. This role is based on-site at our academy.

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification required or working towards one
• strong collaboration and communication skills
• experience with pupils with SEND and interventions

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to improve pupil outcomes
• Plan, deliver and assess targeted interventions for individuals and small groups
• Engage and motivate learners inside and outside the classroom

Job description

Why join us?

Heron Hall Academy is an ambitious, eight-form entry mixed secondary school and a proud part of North Star Community Trust, a family of schools built on the belief that we are Stronger Together. The Trust plays a vital role in the communities it serves, creating real, lasting change through education, opportunity and support.

At Heron Hall, we share the Trust’s vision - to help every child succeed at school and in life. We live by the values of Education, Community, Opportunity, ensuring every pupil receives an excellent education, feels part of a strong and caring community, and has the chance to grow into a confident, well-rounded individual. As soon as you enter Heron Hall, you feel the pride, purpose and unity that define us. Our high standards and inclusive culture ensure that every pupil is supported, challenged and inspired to reach their full potential. We believe in every child and together, with North Star Community Trust, we help them believe in themselves.

About the role

We are seeking a committed and skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant with a strong focus in inclusion, who is passionate about supporting pupils with SEND to achieve their full potential. The ideal candidate will have experience working with students across a range of abilities and learning difficulties, and will be confident in planning, delivering and assessing targeted interventions for individuals and small groups. You will bring a strong understanding of effective teaching and learning strategies, differentiation, and inclusive teaching practices, alongside the ability to engage, motivate and inspire learners both inside and outside the classroom.

What we are looking for

You will be a collaborative and proactive professional who can work effectively with teachers, support staff and external professionals to improve pupil outcomes. Strong communication, organisational skills and the ability to use data to inform interventions are essential. We are looking for someone who is adaptable, calm under pressure and committed to safeguarding and student wellbeing, with a genuine dedication to creating a positive, inclusive learning environment. A willingness to contribute to wider academy life, including enrichment activities and ongoing professional development, is also key to success in this role. A HLTA qualification, working towards one or experience as a HLTA is required.

What we offer

Our pledge is to offer a supportive, caring, meaningful place to work and learn. Being an employer of choice is our continued aspiration. We offer a range of benefits to our staff:

• Access to NSCT Health Cash Plan, covering a range of healthcare cover, benefits, perks and discounts
• Career pathways and leadership development
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities
• Promote manageable workloads and support a healthy work life balance
• Generous pension scheme
• Subsidised lunches in our canteen
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff referral bonus scheme
• Free onsite parking

Safeguarding statement

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. As part of our recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to undergo safer recruitment checks, including enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and any other pre-employment checks relevant to their role.

Equal opportunities

We are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive working culture that reflects our Trust's ethos of being ‘Stronger Together.’ The Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all. It aims to create a working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.

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Shortlisted candidates may be invited to interview before the closing date. Early applications are strongly encouraged, as the vacancy may close early.