HLTA (Level 4) in Blackwater, Hampshire

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated educator looking to make a real impact on young minds? We are seeking a motivated and inspiring HLTA to join our dynamic team and help shape the future of our children and young people. This role will hold Exam Officer responsibilities and work closely with teaching staff, SENCO and leadership as our Flexible Learning Programme Assistant.

What you’ll be doing:

• Coordinate the planning, administration, and delivery of all public and internal examinations.
• Liaise with awarding bodies to ensure compliance with examination regulations.
• Ensure appropriate access arrangements are in place for students with additional needs.
• Manage exam invigilation, including recruitment, training, and scheduling of invigilators.
• Maintain accurate records of entries, results, and certifications.
• Work closely with teaching staff, SENCO, and leadership to support pupils’ individual needs during assessments.
• Ensure secure storage and handling of examination materials.
• Work closely with SLT, SENCO, Key Stage Leads and teachers to collate suitable work packages and schedule alternative programmes and interventions for pupils struggling to attend school regularly.
• Visit and monitor alternative provisions and ensure compliance records are up to date.
• Undertake routine welfare checks via Teams or in person.
• Meet with staff, parents and pupils to plan strategies that improve attendance.
• Deliver bespoke learning packages to children.
• Monitor and analyse attendance.
• Report back to stakeholders on impact.

What we’re looking for:

• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work to strict deadlines.
• Empathy and understanding of the needs of students with special educational needs.
• Familiarity with JCQ regulations and exam board procedures (training can be provided).
• Proficiency in using data management systems and Microsoft Office.
• Experience working with children and young people, particularly those with special educational needs and/or social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, families, and professionals.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple programmes and monitor progress effectively.
• Knowledge of alternative provision settings and experience liaising with external education providers.
• Understanding of safeguarding procedures and a commitment to promoting the welfare of vulnerable children.
• Ability to deliver tailored learning activities in a variety of settings, and virtual platforms (e.g., Microsoft Teams).
• Data analysis skills, particularly in monitoring attendance and evaluating the impact of interventions.
• Problem-solving and solution-focused mindset, with the ability to adapt approaches to meet individual pupil needs.
• IT proficiency, including the use of Microsoft Office and school data systems (e.g., Arbor).

Why join us?

• Supportive and friendly school community.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• A rewarding role where you’ll make a real impact!

We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.

When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.

You will have access to an attractive benefits package including:

• Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service.
• Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Generous life cover.

Who are we?

Hawley Woods School provides a specialist environment and support primarily for autistic children and those needing a similarly adapted approach with small classes of 6-8 pupils within our calm, nurturing setting. Our school caters for children from the age of 7 up to 16 years (Key Stages 2, 3 and 4). We help children with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) who may be struggling to keep up with the pace of work, may be losing confidence, or struggling with the overwhelming sensory environment of their mainstream school. We also help children who have been out of education for a period of time, to positively re-engage in an education which takes into account any negative experiences they may have had in schools so far.

Hawley Woods School is part of Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education and care for children aged 7-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). These include autistic spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.

We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.