Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Resourced Provision) in Keighley

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Resourced Provision) in Keighley

Keighley Part-Time On-site
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Location: Holycroft Primary School, Keighley, UK

Salary: Grade G SCP13-18 £30,023 - £32,578 FTE (Actual Salary £20,869 - £22,645)

Contract Type: Permanent

Education Phases: Primary;

Job Roles: Education Support;

Working Patterns: Part-Time;

Application Deadline: Sunday, 8th November 2026

Interview Date: Friday 13th November

Expected Working Start Date: 1st January or sooner

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Is a Shared Job: No

About us

Holycroft Primary School is part of the Northern Star Academies Trust. The school is situated in the centre of Keighley and works very closely with its community. Children are central to everything we do and staff, and parents and the wider community work together to ensure the highest quality provision for all our pupils.
Northern Star Academies Trust is a thriving family of 15 schools, serving the communities of Keighley, Bradford, Skipton, and Harrogate.
Our vision is rooted in our core values: Nurture, Sustain, Aspire, and Thrive. Together, we work tirelessly to create environments where children and staff alike can flourish.


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Job Description

30 hours per week, term time only plus 1 week.
Hours of Work: Monday-Friday 8:30am-3:15pm
We are seeking an enthusiastic, caring and skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our Resource Provision, supporting pupils with Communication and Interaction needs, including autistic pupils and those with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN). Working closely with our Resource Provision Lead, SENDCo, families and specialist professionals, you will play a key role in helping children communicate, participate, belong and thrive.


As our HLTA, you will:

  • Support the SENDCo and Resource Provision Lead in the day-to-day running of the Resource Provision.
  • Deliver targeted interventions and personalised learning programmes.
  • Support pupils in both specialist and mainstream settings.
  • Use communication approaches such as visual supports, AAC, PECS and structured teaching strategies.
  • Promote social understanding, emotional regulation and independence.
  • Model effective practice and support the development of colleagues.
  • Work collaboratively with families and external agencies to achieve the best outcomes for pupils.
  • Help create a nurturing, structured and inclusive environment where every child feels valued.

We're Looking For Someone Who:

  • Has HLTA status or equivalent experience
  • Is passionate about SEND and inclusive education.
  • Has experience supporting autistic learners and/or pupils with communication needs.
  • Can build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
  • Is proactive, reflective and committed to achieving the best outcomes for every child.
  • Shares our values of inclusion, belonging and high aspirations for all.

For more information about the role and its essential requirements, please download the Job Description and Person Specification.

If you have any queries, please contact us at recruitment@nsat.org.uk

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The amendments to the ROA 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975, (amended 2013 and 2020)) provides that when applying for certain jobs, certain spent convictions and cautions are protected and they do not need to be disclosed to employers. If they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website and further information about filtering offences can be found in DBS filtering guide

Please refer to our child protection and safeguarding policy and our policy on the employment of ex-offenders (included in the Safer Recruitment Policy) https://www.nsat.org.uk/information-policies/item/5/policies

Safeguarding
Northern Star Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post requires an enhanced DBS check. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Benefits

  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Excellent CPD opportunities
  • Maternity, Shared Parental, Paternity, and Adoption pay.
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Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Resourced Provision) in Keighley employer: Holycroft Primary School

Holycroft Primary School, part of the Northern Star Academies Trust, is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of both its staff and students. Located in the heart of Keighley, the school fosters a supportive and collaborative work culture, offering extensive professional development opportunities and a chance to make a meaningful impact on children's lives. With a dedicated team and a commitment to nurturing every child's potential, this role as a SEMH Teaching Assistant provides a rewarding environment for personal and professional growth.

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Contact Details:

Holycroft Primary School Recruitment Team