HLTA

Academics Ltd; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education provider in Portsmouth seeks an experienced HLTA / Education Keyworker. The role involves supporting vulnerable students with SEMH needs, developing individualized learning plans, and fostering a safe and stimulating environment. Applicants should have strong relationship-building skills and an NVQ Level 4. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Generous sick pay

Pension scheme

Mileage reimbursement at 45p per mile

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEMH needs
• Able to collaborate with staff, parents, and agencies
• Solid literacy and numeracy skills

Responsibilities

• Support students in overcoming barriers to learning
• Develop and evaluate dynamic learning programs
• Monitor student progress

Skills

Experience working with children with SEMH needs

Team player

Strong relationship-building skills

Adaptable & resilient

Passionate about inclusive education

Education

NVQ Level 4 or equivalent

Job description

HLTA / Education Keyworker – SEMH School / Alternative Provision, Portsmouth

Salary: Band G, 32,061-36,363 per annum for actual 37hrs per week, term time plus 1 week 28,115-31,887 per annum. Plus generous sick pay and pension scheme.

Please note: Must have a full clean driving licence and be willing to use your vehicle for school business – mileage paid at 45p per mile. Ideally located in Portsmouth.

Academics are looking for an experienced, passionate HLTA / Education Keyworker who is creative, empathetic and able to build strong relationships with both highly vulnerable and challenging students who are unable to access mainstream education. The suitable HLTA / Education Keyworker will be someone who is looking for an education support / pastoral / mentor role, a role that fits outside the box. You will be required to work with pupils on a 1:1 basis and your role will be to help reignite their love for learning, build their confidence, and be that trusted adult the student needs and help them to believe in themselves.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students in breaking down barriers and delivering structured interventions to support academic, social and emotional development.
• Developing, delivering, and evaluating a dynamic program of creative and accredited learning opportunities including the development of Individual Learning Plans and Educational Health Care Plans.
• Assessing and monitoring student progress.
• Bringing patience, creativity, and a sense of humour to the everyday challenges of alternative education.
• Building positive, trusting relationships to help students overcome challenges.
• Delivering support, adapting learning to meet individual needs by creating a welcoming, safe, and stimulating learning environment.
• Encouraging confidence, resilience, and self-esteem in young people, helping students see their potential even when they can't see it themselves.
• Using trauma‑informed and restorative approaches to help students feel safe, valued and understood.
• Translating a "I'm not doing it" into a "Alright, I'll give it a go".

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience working with children with SEMH needs.
• A team player who thrives in a supportive, passionate environment working collaboratively with staff, parents, and external agencies.
• An NVQ Level 4 or equivalent with solid literacy and numeracy skills.
• A relationship builder; someone who is adaptable & resilient – every day is different, and challenges require creative solutions.
• Passionate about inclusive education and committed to helping young people succeed.

If you are an experienced HLTA, live in Portsmouth and feel you are suited to the above position, please apply!