Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Bourne Education Trust; Walton-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Training and development

Well-being support

Discount platform

Free on-site parking

Cycle to work

Sick pay

Job summary

Hopescourt School, part of Bourne Education Trust in Walton-on-Thames, is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant for a term-time, permanent role. The post supports pupils with autism and related needs, under the direction of the responsible Teacher.

Responsibilities include planning and delivering targeted learning, developing interventions, and contributing to a positive, inclusive classroom environment. The role offers ongoing training and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) required.
• Higher Level Teaching Assistant Qualification or willingness to undertake.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching provision under direction of the responsible Teacher.
• Facilitate learning of individual pupils and groups, promoting positive attitudes to learning.
• Prepare, plan and deliver intervention programmes tailored to pupil needs.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

GCSE English and Maths

HLTA Qualification

Job description

Thank you for your interest in Hopescourt School, an all-through specialist school within Bourne Education Trust, supporting children with Autism and related communication and interaction needs.

Since opening in September 2024, Hopescourt has grown into a school where learners exceed expectations. Our growth continues as we have recently moved into our new purpose-built school on Waterside Drive, Walton-on-Thames - a learning environment designed specifically to meet the needs of our children.

Our new building features flexible classrooms, therapy spaces and communal areas supporting independence, collaboration and wellbeing. Here, pupils will access specialist support alongside high-quality subject teaching, combining the best of mainstream and specialist education to ensure they can make excellent academic progress while developing socially and personally. At Hopescourt, we believe no child should ever have a glass ceiling placed on them. Every learner deserves the opportunity to succeed, and our mission is to break down barriers and prepare them for life beyond school.

As our school grows, we are looking to expand our teaching staff to meet this important stage in our development. This is an opportunity to be part of a brilliant and growing staff team, contribute to curriculum development, and help shape practice and culture as the school continues to evolve.

Details

Job title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Location: Walton-on-Thames

Contract: Term time, permanent

Salary: PS6 Range £25,272 to £27,102 (FTE £31, 659 to £33,952)

Hours: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 08:30 to 16:00, Wednesday 08:30 to 16:15 and Friday 08:30 to 14:30

Responsible to: Headteacher

Benefits

• Generous workplace pension through LGPS
• Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
• Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
• Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests
• Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Staff Shop benefits platform
• Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
• Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme
• Occupational sick pay

Key Responsibilities Include

• Working as part of a team, under the direction of the responsible Teacher, support teaching provision, development and implementation of learning for pupils
• Under the guidance of the responsible Teacher, facilitate the learning of individual pupils and groups, setting high expectations and promoting positive attitudes to learning
• Prepare, plan and deliver specific intervention programmes, adjusting activities according to pupil response and need

Essential

Requirements include

• Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent appropriate qualification)
• Higher Level Teaching Assistant Qualification, or willingness to undertake qualification

For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.

Our Culture

At Bourne Education Trust, We Value Colleagues Who Are

• Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
• Collaborative and innovative
• Committed, engaged and professional
• Advocates for equality and inclusivity

Benefits

Generous pension and holiday entitlement, training and development, recognition policies, wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP), access to discount platform, work-life balance, family-friendly policies, free parking, occupational sick pay.