Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

North Yorkshire Council’s Personalised Learning College seeks a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support post-16 learners with EHCPs. You will deliver one-to-one and group sessions, assist teachers, and guide Advanced and General Teaching Assistants to ensure progress towards independence and employment.

You will safeguard learners, manage risk, and even assist with personal care and medical needs as required.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting young people with SEND.
• Strong communication skills with learners, parents, and staff.
• Ability to organise and prioritise in a busy educational setting.
• Commitment to person-centred learning and inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent one-to-one and group supervision support sessions.
• Lead good quality sessions under the direction of the teacher.
• Direct and support the role of Advanced and General Teaching Assistants.
• Provide evidence of learner progress and ensure the learner’s voice is central.
• Champion person-centred learning and ensure learners are supported to achieve their goals.
• Safeguard and risk assess our vulnerable young people.
• Undertake personal and intimate care where required.
• Deal with medical needs of learners and the administration of medication.

Skills

SEND experience

Communication

Organisational skills

Person-centred learning

Education

Enhanced DBS Disclosure

Job description

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with additional needs? We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional to join the Personalised Learning College (PLC) and play a key role in shaping the future of post-16 learners with High Needs.

About Personalised Learning College

PLC is a county-wide, person-centred programme supporting young people aged 16+ with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). We offer a vibrant and inclusive learning environment that empowers learners to follow personalised pathways toward independence, employment, and community participation.

Our learners engage in meaningful activities within their local communities, develop essential life skills, and build confidence through tailored support and opportunities.

Our Three Core Pathways:

• Personal Progress– Focuses on independence, communication, and self-confidence.
• Towards Independence– Builds functional skills, personal safety awareness, and community engagement.
• Towards Employment– Prepares learners for the workplace through accredited qualifications and work experience, often leading to Supported Internships.

The Role

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide excellent one to one and group supervision support strategies.
• Lead good quality sessions under the direction of the teacher.
• Direct and support the role of Advanced and General Teaching Assistants
• Provide evidence of learner progress and achievement, ensuring the learner’s voice is central.
• Champion person-centred learning and ensure learners are supported to achieve their goals.
• Safeguard and risk assess our vulnerable young people.
• Undertake personal and intimate care.
• Deal with medical needs of learners and the administration of medication.

What We are Looking For

Are you:

• Committed to inclusive education and learner empowerment.
• A good communicator who can deal with challenging situations.
• Skilled and experienced in supporting young people with SEND.
• Organised, proactive, caring and passionate about personalised learning.
• Resilient and can work in a high pressured and sometimes challenging environment
• Experienced in the use of sensory methods to ensure learners can access the curriculum

At PLC, you will be part of a vibrant, supportive team making a real impact. You will help young people access local learning opportunities that lead to community participation, independent living, and employment.The most recent inspection report can be found by following this link North Yorkshire Council – Open – Find an Inspection Report – Ofsted

For further information about the role please contact David Hoggett at [e-mail]

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Key dates:

Closing Date: 6th September 2026

Interview date: 14th September 2026 (Northallerton)

Key documents:

• Job Description
• Total rewards

Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post.

NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.

We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Company: North Yorkshire Council

Salary: £29,064 – £31,537 per annum, pro rata

Location: Northallerton, North Yorkshire

Sector: Education

Sector: Schools

Job Role: Teacher