HLTA

Eteach UK Ltd; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Rushey Mead Academy in Leicester is seeking a HLTA to support students on alternative pathways within the on-site intervention hub. The post is full-time, term-time (38.6 weeks) and based in Leicester.

The role involves delivering bespoke programmes, supporting progress and liaising with families and external agencies to ensure inclusive opportunities. The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills, be proactive and able to inspire students while maintaining high expectations and a

Qualifications

• Proven ability to plan, deliver and support learning programmes for students at risk of exclusion.
• Strong focus on safeguarding and inclusion.
• Excellent record-keeping and collaboration with staff, families and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and support alternative learning programmes for students at risk of exclusion.
• Support student accreditation and achievement, focusing on vulnerable learners.
• Coordinate activities that develop social, emotional, and behavioural skills.
• Maintain accurate records for students in internal and external provisions.
• Collaborate with staff, parents and external agencies to support reintegration and transitions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisation

Proactivity

Job description

EmployerRushey Mead AcademyLocationLeicester, LeicestershireContract TypePermanentHoursFull Time, Term TimeSalaryGrade 7, Points 19 – 22 (Actual Salary £31,929pa)Posted5th November 2026Start Date4th January 2027Expires16th November 2026 09:00 AMContract TypePermanentStart Date4th January 2027Job ID1582684Job ReferenceHLTA/26/27HLTAPermanentJob Ref: HLTA/26/27Details: Full time, Term Time (38.6 weeks)Start Date: 4th January 2027Salary: Grade 7, Points 19 – 22 (Actual Salary £31,929pa)FTE £36,888 -£39,80037.5 hours per week, 30 minutes unpaid lunch daily.• 8.00am – 4pm Monday - Friday• Plus, 3 professional learning days.We are looking to appoint a HLTA in our intervention hub. This is an exciting opportunity to support students working towards GCSE, Functional Skills and other alternative qualifications.We are seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual who is passionate about working with young people and helping them achieve their best, regardless of the barriers they face. This role involves supporting the behaviour, learning, and progress of students who are following (currently, or potentially in the future) alternative pathways. You will work mainly in our on-site intervention hub and work closely with staff, families, and external agencies as appropriate.The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with young people in an authoritative yet sensitive manner. This pivotal role will ensure that all students have access to a broad range of opportunities within our internal provision, delivering bespoke programmes, supporting their personal development, and fostering a strong sense of belonging.Key responsibilities• Plan, deliver and support alternative learning programmes for students at risk of exclusion, including after-school interventions.• Support student accreditation and achievement, with a focus on the most vulnerable.• Coordinate and run activities that develop students’ social, emotional, and behavioural skills.• Help students reflect on behaviour, make amends, and adopt more positive strategies.• Maintain accurate records for students in both internal and external provisions.• Collaborate with staff, parents, and external agencies to support reintegration, transitions, and individual behaviour plans (IEPs/PSPs).• Lead targeted short-term projects and provide follow-up strategies after exclusions.• Promote high expectations and guide behaviour reflection in our internal provision.The ideal candidate will:• Be motivated with a passion for the development of students’ personal and academic growth.• Be organised, proactive, and able to inspire students who are following (currently, or potentially in the future) alternative pathways.• Have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly and build effective relationships across the school community.• Be committed to promoting inclusivity and equity in student inclusion and belonging.TMET-Safeguarding-and-Child-Protection-Policy-v-17.0-18.9.25.pdfHow to apply:If you are interested in this post, please read the Applicant pack for instructions on how to apply.Please see the documents listed below, which may assist you in making your application:• Job Description – HLTA• Applicant Pack• Application and Recruitment Process documentNO AGENCIES OR CVs PLEASEClosing Date: Monday 16th November 2026 9amInterview Date week commencing: 23rd November 2026TMET are an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If we have not contacted you within 4 weeks of the closing date, you may assume that your application has been unsuccessfulSafeguarding Statement:This post will involve contact with vulnerable groups (children, young people and/or adults) and is therefore, exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Disclosure check. This exemption means that shortlisted applicants for this post will be required to declare all criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, and bind- overs both spent and unspent in their application, before interview and regardless of the passage of time.