Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Create)

South Gloucestershire and Stroud College; Stroud; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK seeks a motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support 14-16 year olds at their Stroud Campus. The role involves providing in-class support, academic mentoring, and promoting students' personal development. Applicants should have or be willing to obtain a HLTA qualification, along with qualifications in English and Mathematics. Benefits include a competitive pension, extensive professional development, and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Competitive Pension Scheme

25% tuition discount for immediate family

Flexible working arrangements

Free annual eye test

Subsidised onsite catering services

Free car parking at all campuses

Qualifications

• Must hold a HLTA qualification or be willing to work towards one.
• Qualification in English/Literacy and Mathematics/Numeracy equivalent to level 2 required.
• Prior experience in educational settings preferred.
• Experience supporting pupils with special educational needs is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality in-class support for various subjects.
• Mentor students and provide 1:1 interventions.
• Deliver lessons in PSHE/Life Skills.
• Occasionally cover for teaching staff.
• Support students' personal development and well-being.
• Collaborate with staff and external professionals.

Skills

Experience working with children

Empathy and mentorship abilities

Team collaboration skills

Oral and written communication

Education

HLTA qualification or willingness to pursue

Qualification in English and Mathematics at level 2

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Create)

We have an exciting opportunity for a committed and inspiring Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join SGS Create, a dynamic provision for 14-16 year olds based at SGS College's Stroud Campus.

SGS is an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer.

Reference: REQ001312 | Location: Stroud Campus | Salary: up to £26,970 | Contract: Permanent | Working Hours: 37 hours per week, 41 weeks a year.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality in‑class support across a range of subjects, particularly core subjects and PSHE.
• Offer academic mentoring and 1:1 interventions for learners with additional needs.
• Deliver specific lessons in PSHE/Life Skills or other activities.
• Deliver short‑term cover for teaching staff when required.
• Contribute to the pastoral care, personal development and well‑being of our students.
• Collaborate with teaching staff, support teams and external professionals; play a key role in building relationships with learners and supporting re‑engagement with education.
• Support the delivery of a trauma‑informed and restorative approach to learning.

Beneficial Skills & Qualifications

• Holds a HLTA qualification or is willing to work towards one.
• Has a qualification in English/Literacy and Mathematics/Numeracy equivalent to at least level 2 of the National Vocational Qualifications framework.
• Prior experience working with children or in an educational setting.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND.

Financial Rewards and Benefits

• Opportunity to make a positive impact within the community and on learners' lives.
• Competitive Pension Scheme.
• 13 weeks holiday each academic year.
• Extensive professional development with ongoing support, including a 25% tuition discount for immediate family.
• Family‑friendly policies and flexible working arrangements.
• My Lifestyle discounted shopping benefits, cycle‑to‑work scheme and Technology Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
• Free annual eye test.
• TOTUM card for staff.
• Access to inclusive and sustainable staff networks and communities.
• Free car parking at all campuses (except Queens Road Art School).
• External health and wellbeing resources.
• Subsidised onsite catering services including Costa Coffee.