Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – 1 Ace South

Five Rivers Child Care Ltd; Ferndown; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Simplyhealth medical cashback scheme

Company pension scheme

Ongoing learning and training

Employee support programmes

Enhanced maternity package

Refer a Friend bonus

Long-service recognition

Job summary

Five Rivers Child Care Ltd is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for our 1 Ace South site. The role supports pupils through personalised education programmes across school and community settings, working under experienced teachers to rebuild confidence and engagement.

Trauma-informed practice and compassionate teamwork are central. We offer training, development, and long-term career progression in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Strong written communication and IT skills.
• Ability to communicate confidently with children, colleagues and external partners.
• Excellent listening skills with a calm, compassionate approach.
• A full, valid driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• The right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils through personalised education programmes.
• Work with teachers to help learners overcome barriers to learning.
• Deliver trauma-informed and therapeutically informed practice.
• Build trusted relationships with young people and families.

Skills

Strong written communication

IT skills

Confidence in communication with staff

Active listening

Diplomatic/compassionate approach

Full driving licence

Right to work in the UK

Tools

IT tools

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – 1 Ace South

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – 1 Ace South

1 Ace South | Term time | 37.5 hours per week

Help Young People Reconnect with Learning and Build Confidence

Have you ever wished you had more time to support the pupils who need you most? At 1ACE South, you can.

We are looking for a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our school-without-walls provision based in West Moors, Ferndown. Working across East Dorset, Bournemouth, Christchurch and parts of Poole, you will support young people through personalised education programmes delivered in our base as well as in the community and other outreach settings.

Many of the pupils we support remain on roll at mainstream schools but have experienced disrupted attendance and engagement. Working alongside experienced teachers, you will help young people overcome barriers to learning, rebuild confidence and re-engage with education through bespoke, therapeutic programmes tailored to their individual needs.

This is a highly rewarding role, offering the opportunity to build trusted relationships and make a genuine difference to the lives of young people. With the time and flexibility to work closely with individuals, you will help unlock potential and celebrate successes that may previously have seemed out of reach.

Using trauma-informed and therapeutically informed practice, you will provide consistent support within a compassionate team that values the voices of children and young people. We work closely with families and professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes and are committed to investing in your training, development and long-term career.

About 1 Ace South

1 Ace Southprovides tailored education for children and young people who have not thrivedin mainstream or other school settings. Learning takes place in safe,supportive school and community environments, with academic, vocational andspecial educational needs and disabilities (SEND) pathways shaped around each learner’sstrengths and needs.

Term time: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8.30 am-4.30 pm, aligned with the local authority school calendar. We may consider part-time or compressed hours.

• Simplyhealth medical cashback scheme
• Company pension scheme
• Ongoing learning, training and support from our Learning andDevelopment team and external trainers
• Employee support programmes
• Enhanced maternity package after one year’s service
• Refer a Friend and Refer a Foster Carer bonus schemes
• Long-service and recognition scheme

What we are looking for

• Strong written communication and IT skills
• The ability to communicate confidently and respectfully withchildren, colleagues and external partners
• Excellent listening skills and a calm, compassionate approach
• A full, valid driving licence and access to a vehicle; this isessential for the role
• The right to work in the UK

Apply today

Whether you bring experience in specialist oralternative education, or the passion and transferable skills to supportchildren and young people, we would love to hear from you.

Safer recruitment

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promotingthe welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to complete appropriate pre-employment checks, including employment references and an enhanced DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcomeapplications from suitably qualified people regardless of race, sex,disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or any other protectedcharacteristic.

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – 1 Ace South