HLTA

Abbey Grange Church of England Academy; Leeds; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Free onsite parking

Onsite gym

Retail discounts

Pension scheme

Job summary

Abbey Grange CofE Academy in Leeds is seeking a HLTA to support SEND pupils, help access learning and remove barriers to participation.

The post is permanent, term-time only (38 weeks per year plus 5 days), 32.5 hours per week, with a pro rata salary of £26,990–£28,503 for 39 weeks.

Qualifications

• Experience providing support for SEND pupils and enabling access to learning.
• Ability to identify and mitigate barriers to pupils' learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive support for SEND pupils.
• Be an advocate for vulnerable students and deliver interventions.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support pupils and families.

Skills

SEND support

Interventions

Student advocacy

Team collaboration

Job description

HLTA

Abbey Grange CofE Academy

• Nature of Contract: Permanent, term time only, 38 weeks per year plus 5 days (39 weeks)
• FTE Salary: SO1, SCP 23 - 35, £35,570 to £37,563 per annum, pro rata
• Actual Salary: £26,990 - £28,503, based on 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
• Working Hours: Part time, 32.5 per week

We are looking for a dedicated individual who can:

• Provide comprehensive support for SEND pupils, facilitate access to learning and be able to identify and mitigate barriers for pupils
• Be a passionate and committed advocate for vulnerable students and be comfortable delivering interventions

You will be:

• A highly motivated and hard-working individual
• A team-player who can develop positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
• Someone who will support the Trust's Christian ethos as well as our shared mission and values

Our Trust, a family of eight academies in the Anglican Diocese of Leeds and in the geographical areas of Leeds and Calderdale, shares a mission to work

In Partnership to Educate, Nurture and Empower

We can offer:

• Friendly, welcoming academies with a strong Christian ethos as well as enthusiastic, well-motivated colleagues
• A 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Retail discounts/offers at high street and online retailers, cycle to work scheme and discounted gym memberships
• Free onsite parking
• Use of onsite gym
• Membership of an excellent local government pension scheme

Information about our Trust is available on our website. Find out about Abbey Grange Academy, including the academy Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, by visiting www.abbeygrangeacademy.co.uk.

To arrange a visit or find out more about the role, please contact Natalie Hirst on [e-mail].

The closing date for this vacancy is 9:00 am on Monday 19 October 2026 with interviews to be held soon after.

Applications can only be submitted up until the closing date. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity as the Trust reserves the right to close vacancies early if sufficient suitable applications have been received.

Abbey MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects our communities.