Trauma-Informed HLTA — Personalised Learning & Support

Five Rivers; Orpington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme

Company pension scheme

Comprehensive training (internal and外)

Employee Support Programmes

Blue Light Card

Enhanced maternity package (after 1 yr

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Long service recognition awards

Job summary

Five Rivers in Orpington is seeking an HLTA to support teaching and learning across our provision. You will work with teachers and a multi‑disciplinary team to deliver engaging, personalised sessions for pupils.

No two days are the same, as you will support children who may face barriers to mainstream education with a flexible, therapeutic approach to learning. The role is school-based, with a 37.5-hour week, term time only, and a salary of £24,865–£27,021 per annum.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good IT and organisational skills.
• Confidence working with children, families, and professionals.
• Effective listening and de‑escalation skills.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support and deliver high-quality learning sessions
• Create safe, nurturing environments tailored to individual needs
• Contribute to a broad and flexible curriculum, including academic, vocational, and therapeutic elements
• Work collaboratively within a skilled multi‑disciplinary team
• Provide consistent, child‑centred support to help young people thrive

Skills

Strong communication

Verbal communication

IT skills

Organisation

Confidence with children

De-escalation

Job description

Five Rivers in Orpington is seeking an HLTA to support teaching and learning across our provision. You will work with teachers and a multi‑disciplinary team to deliver engaging, personalised sessions for pupils.

No two days are the same, as you will support children who may face barriers to mainstream education with a flexible, therapeutic approach to learning. The role is school-based, with a 37.5-hour week, term time only, and a salary of £24,865–£27,021 per annum.