Higher Level Teaching Assistant HLTA

Job Description

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Position: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Location: Orchard school- Lufton, Yeovil

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, term time

Salary: £24,518.85 per annum

The Orchard is a small and unique specialist provision, nestled in amongst the woodlands on the outskirts of Yeovil.

We are experiencing growth in our student numbers and are seeking dedicated, highly skilled and creative HLTA to join our team.

Class sizes are very small and the team works closely together to ensure the learning experience is as connected and meaningful for the students as possible.

The school:

The Orchard school is a highly specialist, DfE-registered independent day school for students aged 11–18. The school provides tailored educational and therapeutic support for young people who have suffered trauma or have complex social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.

Our values are ‘Hope’ ‘Safety’ ‘Success’ and our aim is for our students to leave our care having developed their belief in their own ability and the necessary qualifications to facilitate the next step in their education journey, whatever that may be for them. Our hope is that we have inspired them to step into the world with curiosity and confidence.

You will:

• Support students to make progress in lessons. 
• Assist teachers with lesson preparation.
• Support school and community-based learning.  
• Help students develop life skills, social understanding and independence.  
• Work collaboratively as part of a supportive team.

What We’re Looking For:

• Teaching Assistant qualification desirable but not essential. 
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Flexible and proactive approach.
• A positive team player passionate about supporting young people. 

 Why Join Us?  

• Competitive salary.
• Career progression opportunities. 
• Ongoing training and development.
• Supportive leadership team.  
• Full induction and paid DBS.  
• Friendly, family-focused environment.
• Excellent wellbeing support.

Cambian is committed to Safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks. Cambian is an equal opportunities employer.

Cambian will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. xwzovoh This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern