Higher level Teaching Assistant

The David Ross Education Trust is now recruiting for the role of Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA). This role will be based at Lodge Park Academy in Corby.

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on students' lives and helping them achieve their full potential? Are you experienced in providing support for students, running interventions, and working one-on-one with individuals to enhance their learning experience? Do you want to work at a school that has ‘high expectations of what pupils can achieve’ and school where pupils are, ‘polite and respectful and try hard in lessons.’

About us

At Lodge Park Academy we believe in choice not chance. Through a high-quality education we work to secure the best life opportunities for our students. We want them to be self-confident, respectful and resilient young people who can engage creatively with the world. By developing their academic knowledge and their problem-solving skills, they are enabled to progress to the next phase of education or into the world of work and training, empowering them to take their place in society.

Providing our young people access to quality education and enrichment experiences is what drives us. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential.

About the role

The HLTA will work under the leadership of the Operational SENCo.

As a HLTA in our school, you will play a vital role in providing tailored support to students with diverse educational needs. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Working one-on-one with students to provide individualised support, address their unique learning needs, and help them make progress towards their educational goals
• Providing specialised support to students to help them develop their skills and integrate successfully into the classroom environment
• Running targeted interventions and group sessions to support students who require additional academic assistance or have specific learning challenges
• Planning, preparing and delivering specified learning activities to individuals, small groups and/or classes modifying and adapting activities as necessary under the direction and supervision of a teacher
• Assessing, recording and reporting on development, progress and attainment of SEN students
• Liaising with staff and other relevant professionals and providing information about pupils as appropriate
• Engaging with parents as appropriate
• Use teaching and learning objectives to plan, evaluate and adjust lessons/work plans as appropriate within agreed systems of supervision when delivering intervention
• Assessing the needs of pupils and using knowledge and specialist skills to support pupils’ learning
• Developing independence in our SEN students using metacognitive strategies to help them become self-regulated learners
• Taking a Tutor group where required
• Providing pastoral care to pupils, supporting pupils in social and emotional well-being, reporting problems to the teacher as appropriate

Who we are looking for

• Have English and Maths GCSE equivalent at C+ or 4+ equivalent
• Have a proven experience in running interventions and delivering targeted support to students with learning difficulties or special educational needs.
• Have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Have the capacity to work independently as well as collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Have experience of working with young people aged 11-19 in a secondary school.
• Have a connection with young people and can help them feel safe.
• Hold young people in high esteem and communicates that through the way they treat them
• Have a willingness to undertake further work related training
• Have good ICT skills or be willing to learn (including using Microsoft Word and Excel)
• Have the ability to work flexibly as part of a team
• Have good organisation, time management, communication and interpersonal skills
• Will be willing to undertake first aid training

Why Join Us:

By becoming a Learning Support Assistant with us, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students who require additional support to achieve academic success. You will work in a supportive and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued and your professional development is encouraged.

Join us in providing high-quality educational support to students and help them reach their full potential. Together, we can make a difference in shaping the future of our young learners. Apply now and be a part of our dedicated team!

Salary & Benefits

• Scale NJC 06: £25,183.00 FTE, £20,625.61 pro rata per annum
• 39 weeks, 34.5 hours a week Monday to Friday
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Awards and Recognition Scheme
• Flexible working patterns
• Benefits Platform
• holiday discounts
• cinema tickets
• restaurant booking discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust () mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please click on ‘apply here’.

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates’ details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.