Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – 1 Ace South

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – 1 Ace South

1 Ace South | Term time | 37.5 hours per week

Help Young People Reconnect with Learning and Build Confidence


Have you ever wished you had more time to support the pupils who need you most? At 1ACE South, you can.

We are looking for a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our school-without-walls provision based in West Moors, Ferndown. Working across East Dorset, Bournemouth, Christchurch and parts of Poole, you will support young people through personalised education programmes delivered in our base as well as in the community and other outreach settings.

Many of the pupils we support remain on roll at mainstream schools but have experienced disrupted attendance and engagement. Working alongside experienced teachers, you will help young people overcome barriers to learning, rebuild confidence and re-engage with education through bespoke, therapeutic programmes tailored to their individual needs.

This is a highly rewarding role, offering the opportunity to build trusted relationships and make a genuine difference to the lives of young people. With the time and flexibility to work closely with individuals, you will help unlock potential and celebrate successes that may previously have seemed out of reach.

Using trauma-informed and therapeutically informed practice, you will provide consistent support within a compassionate team that values the voices of children and young people. We work closely with families and professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes and are committed to investing in your training, development and long-term career.

About 1 Ace South

1 Ace South provides tailored education for children and young people who have not thrived in mainstream or other school settings. Learning takes place in safe, supportive school and community environments, with academic, vocational and special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) pathways shaped around each learner’s strengths and needs.

Find out more about 1 Ace: five-rivers.org/education/schools/1ace

Hours

Term time: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8.30 am–4.30 pm, aligned with the local authority school calendar. We may consider part-time or compressed hours.

Why join Five Rivers?

·Simplyhealth medical cashback scheme

·Company pension scheme

·Ongoing learning, training and support from our Learning and Development team and external trainers

·Employee support programmes

·Blue Light Card

·Enhanced maternity package after one year’s service

·Refer a Friend and Refer a Foster Carer bonus schemes

·Long-service and recognition scheme

What we are looking for

·Strong written communication and IT skills

·The ability to communicate confidently and respectfully with children, colleagues and external partners

·Excellent listening skills and a calm, compassionate approach

·A full, valid driving licence and access to a vehicle; this is essential for the role

·The right to work in the UK

Apply today

Whether you bring experience in specialist or alternative education, or the passion and transferable skills to support children and young people, we would love to hear from you.

Apply by completing an application form. For more information, call our Recruitment Team on 01722 435750 (option 2).

Safer recruitment

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to complete appropriate pre-employment checks, including employment references and an enhanced DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from suitably qualified people regardless of race, sex, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or any other protected characteristic.