Higher Learning Teaching Assistant (HLTA) / HLTA Apprentice

The Independent Schools Council; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The King's School seeks a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) or HLTA Apprentice to support students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). This role includes building student confidence and independence, contributing to individualized education plans, and engaging in school life. Ideal candidates possess compassion, literacy, numeracy skills, and a passion for inclusive education.

Benefits

Gold membership at The King's School Sports Centre

Enhanced employer pension contributions up to 10%

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free meals during term time

In house training and CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience or interest in supporting students with SEND.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and nurturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support learners both in and out of the classroom.
• Help shape Individualised Education Plans (IEPs).
• Contribute to a vibrant co-curricular and pastoral life.

Skills

Compassion

Strong literacy skills

Strong numeracy skills

Interest in SEND education

Education

Recognised HLTA qualification

Job description

Higher Learning Teaching Assistant (HLTA) / HLTA Apprentice

37.5 hours per week, 33 weeks per year

HLTA - £15,834.72 to £21,493.77 per annum DoE + 16.5% holiday pay)

Apprentice - (£9,343.12 per annum + 16.5% holiday pay)

Based in the beautiful setting of the Precincts of Canterbury Cathedral and St Augustine's Abbey, a World Heritage Site, The King's School is one of the oldest and most prestigious Schools in the country with an enviable record of academic excellence and achievement.

Are you passionate about supporting young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? We are seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) or HLTA Apprentice to join our Learning Enhancement Department.

In this vital role, you will work closely with students to build confidence, independence, and academic achievement. You will support learners both in and out of the classroom, help shape Individualised Education Plans (IEPs), and contribute to a nurturing, inclusive environment.

For those new to the role, we offer a structured apprenticeship pathway leading to a recognised HLTA qualification. You will benefit from expert mentoring, hands-on experience, and professional training$ûgaining skills that will shape your career in education.

Ideal candidates will bring compassion, strong literacy and numeracy skills, and experience or interest in SEND education. You will also play a part in our vibrant co-curricular and pastoral life, contributing to the full King's School experience.

The King's School offers an extensive rewards package, including:

Gold membership at The King's School Sports Centre

Enhanced employer pension contributions up to 10%

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free meals during term time

In house training and CPD opportunities

If you have questions about the post, or would like an informal discussion to learn more, please contact Emma McCoubrie, SENDCo and Head of Learning Enhancement, [e-mail]

For further information and to apply online, please visit: Current Job Vacancies &· The King's School, Canterbury Applications are invited as soon as possible. The post will remain open until a suitable candidate is appointed.

The King's School is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process which is in line with the statutory Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates.

All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.