Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; South Benfleet; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4% provision allowance

Healthcare Cash Plan

Life Assurance

Generous annual leave

Training & development

Job summary

Omnia Foundation, an independent special school, is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team on-site in Rayleigh. The role supports boys aged 12–16 with SEMH and ASD, focusing on engagement, progress, and safeguarding.

You will work with colleagues, parents, and external professionals, build positive relationships, monitor progress, and champion inclusion with high expectations. A UK driving licence is required as some travel may be involved.

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people, especially SEN/SEMH/ASD.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and positive student outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging learning activities and support students' progress.
• Build positive relationships that foster confidence and independence.
• Monitor, assess, and record student achievement.
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and external professionals.
• Champion inclusion, wellbeing, and high expectations for every student.

Skills

SEN/SEMH/ASD experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

Location: On site / London Rd, Rayleigh SS6 9DT, UK
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Education | General
Annual Salary range:from £ 25,960.00 to £ 32,226.00

Make a real difference every day.

At Omnia Foundation, we believe every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive. As a successful Independent Special School, we support boys aged 12–16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), providing a safe, nurturing environment where they can achieve their full potential.

We're looking for a passionate and motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. If you're committed to inspiring young people, building positive relationships, and creating engaging learning experiences, we'd love to hear from you.

What you’ll do:

• Deliver engaging learning activities and support students' progress.
• Build positive, trusting relationships that encourage confidence and independence.
• Monitor, assess, and record student achievement.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and external professionals.
• Champion inclusion, wellbeing, and high expectations for every student.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience working with children or young people, particularly those with SEN, SEMH, or ASD.
• A caring, resilient, and proactive approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting positive outcomes for all students.
• Someone who embodies our values: Open-minded, Motivated, Noble, Independent, and Achievers.
• Applicants should hold a full, UK driving licence, as some travel may be required.

Why join Omnia Foundation?

• Competitive salary plus a 4% provision allowance.
• Healthcare Cash Plan, gym and retail discounts.
• Life Assurance.
• Generous annual leave.
• Ongoing training, qualifications, and professional development.

We invest in our people because we know that great staff create life-changing opportunities for our students.

Statement of Child Protection - Note to applicants.

Visits to the school are strongly advised. For an informal discussion about the post, and to arrange a visit please contact [e-mail]

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of our students and expect all staff to share this commitment. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts within the company. Please note that a conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

Please be aware that as part of our Safer Recruitment process, we will be conducting online searches on all applicants invited for interview. This is not part of the shortlisting process itself, but any causes for concern will be explored further at interview stage.

It is an offence to apply for a role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Please see our website for our policies on Child Protection and Safeguarding.

Applications may be considered as we receive them and we reserve the right to interview and appoint a suitably qualified candidate prior to the closing date.

Omnia Foundation will not share your data with third parties, unless your application for employment is successful and we make you an offer of employment. Omnia Foundation will then share your data with former employers to obtain references for you, and the Disclosure and Barring Service to obtain necessary criminal record checks.

We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are proud to support neurodiverse colleagues through an inclusive and person-centered approach.