Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Description:

Albright Education Centre seeks a motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join its progressive and vibrant learning community. The successful candidate will support pupils who face medical, psychological, or psychiatric difficulties, ensuring a continuation of education and overcoming barriers to learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support to pupils and potentially their families.
• Collaborate with professionals to meet pupils’ educational and emotional needs.
• Engage and inspire pupils through tailored support strategies.
• Attend safeguarding and other relevant meetings.
• Foster strong communication between parents, carers, teachers, and external agencies.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Adaptable, committed, and a team player.
• Aligned with Albright’s ethos of high expectations.
• Strong interest in the welfare of young people.
• Effective communicator with the ability to inspire and engage pupils.

Requirements:

• Ability to speak fluent English (essential under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016).
• Full enhanced DBS clearance required before taking up the position.
• Commitment to safeguarding and protecting pupils.

Working Hours:

• Full-time, 37 hours per week, term-time plus five training days.

Benefits and Application Process:

• Work with a dedicated staff team committed to student success.
• Competitive salary with clear progression opportunities.

Closing Date for Applications: 12 noon, Friday, 24th January 2025
Shortlisting Date: Friday, 24th January 2025 (PM)
Interview Date: Morning of Friday, 31st January 2025