Higher Level Teaching Assistant - River Valley School

Five Rivers Child Care Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme

Company Pension

Employee Support Programmes

Blue Light card

Enhanced maternity package

Ongoing training and learning

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Refer a Foster Carer Bonus

Long service recognition scheme

Job summary

Five Rivers Child Care Ltd is looking for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant at River Valley School in Sheffield. In this full-time role, you will support SEMH pupils in a nurturing and therapeutic environment, working alongside a dedicated team.

The position aligns with local authority term times and offers numerous benefits, including a medical cash back scheme, pension, and ongoing professional development opportunities. We're seeking passionate individuals who wish to qualify for child safeguard checks.

Qualifications

• Passionate about making a difference in children's lives.
• Willingness to undergo child protection screening.
• Experience working with SEMH pupils preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support children in a therapeutic environment.
• Assist teachers in a purpose-built school setting.
• Engage in professional development and training.

Skills

Experience in specialist education provision

Ability to work with trauma-informed practice

Valid Driving Licence (desirable)

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - River Valley School

Join River Valley, our new independent school bespoke for SEMH pupils based in Sheffield.

As a Higher‑Level Teaching Assistant, you will have the opportunity to be part of a growing team in a purpose‑built school, where you will support our incredible children on their educational journey. Our school is located adjacent to and working alongside the brand‑new Skills Street Project.

You will work with an experienced team in a culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible and Turn Children’s Lives Around.

As an HLTA, you will follow a flexible structure and help our children and young people unlock their passion for learning. You will be based in our Ofsted‑registered school and, when required, support 1 ACE provision locally.

You will work within a Trauma‑informed practice model where we can support and follow a therapeutic practice.

Our leadership team will invest in your professional development in the Education sector. We source and deliver up‑to‑date training opportunities and prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you get the most out of your career.

Our young people may have had many adults come in and out of their lives, often adding to their trauma. Therefore, we seek dedicated individuals who wish to continue their careers with a therapeutically based organisation and leading alternative education provider.

Hours

• Term Time: This aligns with Sheffield’s local authority.
• This post is for a full‑time position based on 37.5 hours per week.
• The role is full‑time, over five days per week.

Why Five Rivers

• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
• Company Pension
• Employee Support Programmes
• Blue Light card
• Enhanced maternity package for mothers who have been with us for over one year.
• Ongoing training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
• Refer a Foster Carer Bonus
• Long service and recognition scheme

Requirements

• Valid Driving Licence – this is desirable for this role
• Have the Right to Work in the UK
• If you have experience working within a specialist education provision or are passionate about making a difference, we would love to hear from you! You can apply directly by filling out an application form or by calling the recruitment team on 01722 435750 (option 2) for more information.

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, which includes obtaining employment references and a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.