Higher Level Teaching Assistant and Education, Health and Care Co-Ordinator

Required to start: September 2025

Higher Level Teaching Assistant and Education, Health and Care Co-Ordinator (Little London Bridge, Resource Provision)

SO1 (SCP 23-25) £34,434 – £36,363

Actual Salary: £29,747 – £31,413

Hours: 37 Hours Per Week, Term Time Only + 1 Working Week

Within GORSE, we are passionate that all children excel, regardless of their background or additional needs. We are, therefore, incredibly excited to advertise for the role of Higher Level Teaching Assistant and Education, Health and Care Co-Ordinator within Little London Bridge, a Resource Provision for children with Autism and/or Complex Communication Needs, which opened in January 2025.

Little London Bridge joins our pre-existing resource provisions, Rainbow Base and Horizons. We will cater for over 130 primary and secondary students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) by 2026, with Little London Bridge benefiting from the expertise currently available to us from across our trust, whilst forging its own identity within the Little London community.

We are seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant and Education, Health and Care Co-Ordinator who is passionate about making a difference to the lives of both our children and their families. This colleague will manage and lead on the review of our growing number of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP’s), in addition to actively supporting with the co-ordination of our families’ wider needs, such as attendance, safeguarding and family support. In addition to the above, the successful candidate will have a small class-based commitment to support with the effective day to day running of the provision.

If you have the skills to support pupils with complex needs to the highest quality and to embed a learning culture that enables children to become enthusiastic and independent learners, then this is the role for you!

You will be an outstanding practitioner who:

• Ensures the appropriate setting and reviewing of support targets included in EHCPs.

• Is able to lead on timely review meetings, including collating/distributing reports and leading the meetings in accordance with Local Authority guidance.

• Will ensure all statutory requirements, and internal academy requirements, regarding pupil’s individual paperwork is up to date and accurately reflects the child and their needs.

• Will log consultations on receipt and ensure timely responses are issued to the local authority, working alongside the Director of Specialist Provision to ensure that placements are appropriate.

• Forms positive relationships with families which allow for appropriate challenge and support for all, therefore cultivating positive outcomes for pupils.

• Desires a leading role in the creation of innovative and exciting approaches to parent and family support.

• Is able to maintain strategic oversight of our family support offer to all.

• Will support with the effective day-to-day running of the provision, providing valuable support to colleagues within the classroom when required.

The successful candidate will also have the following experience and attributes:

• Experience of working with children and families whose lives are affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder, complex language and communication needs and/or other complex specialist educational needs.

• A proven track record of excellence with regards to high quality Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP’s).

• Passion for supporting parents and carers, with knowledge of external support services for signposting.

What we offer you:

As a trust, we want to ensure that professionals at every stage in their career have the opportunity to enjoy expert support and training. We are pleased to offer a generous benefits package to our team – as we work together to create a rewarding future for all including:

• Membership of either the Teachers\’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme, depending on contract type.

• A commitment to continued investment in our professionals, supporting every member of staff throughout their career in the trust.

• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential professional advice and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

• Discounts and online offers at major high street/online retailers.

• £2k Cycle to work scheme.

About us:

Little London Academy formally joined The GORSE Academies Trust in February 2024. We are really proud of our Academy and the community we serve. Ours is a happy school in which our pupils are encouraged to become considerate and responsible members of society. Above all, we want our pupils to enjoy their days at school and to know the joys of learning, perseverance and challenge.

Little London Bridge will grow over the next three years to become a provision for 40 primary aged pupils with an EHCP and Autism/Complex Communication Needs. Our provision benefits from multiple teaching spaces, a purpose-built outdoor provision, sensory room and sensory integration room.

All within the Little London Academy community are incredibly excited about the creation of Little London Bridge, which will provide much needed specialist provision places for those within the local community and beyond.

We want our parents, carers and employees to trust us as we work together to make sure every child has the opportunity to achieve their potential – because every child matters. We value the religions, traditions and backgrounds of all our pupils and are proud to have over 70 languages spoken in our school.

If you would like to know more about our academy, please visit our website at Little London Academy.

Do you want to be part of our team, the creation of a brand-new provision and make a real difference to the lives of children in Leeds? If you feel that you have the necessary experience, skills and abilities, we look forward to hearing from you.

Please note if you submit an electronic application, we will not require a hard copy. CVs are not accepted.

Closing date: 11 July 2025, 9am

Interviews: W/C 14 July 2025

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to full employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and barring service check. We promote diversity and aim to establish a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds.

Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK – either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply for this position.

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