At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with diverse needs and deliver tailored interventions in a collaborative environment.
- Company: Join a dedicated team in a beautiful school located in Tenterden, Kent.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, ongoing training, discounts, and a supportive work culture.
- Other info: Full induction and coaching support provided for your professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while growing your career in education.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 in Maths or English; experience with diverse learning needs is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 20038 - 25000 £ per year.
NJC Scale 4/5 Point 7-17, 32.5 hours per week, term time 193 days only £19,659.37 to £23,403 (Pro-rata'd from £26,403 to £31,022). Initial Fixed Term Contract for 1 academic year.
As part of our commitment to inclusive education following the launch of the new Mainstream Inclusion Fund, we are seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA). The successful candidate will be part of our Learning Support Team working with students who have significant Communication and Interaction and Social Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, in particular students diagnosed with Autism, ADHD and Speech Language and Communication Needs (SLCN). This requires a passionate, patient, and proactive advocate for inclusion and student well-being.
The post holder will work with our Autism and ADHD Lead and also our SLCN Lead to deliver interventions under their guidance. They will work with individual students, small groups of students, school staff and parents/carers both in a classroom context and also outside of the classroom. The role will involve planning, preparing and delivering individual and group interventions. The post holder may also provide individualised in lesson support as part of personalised support programmes. The role could also require active involvement with outside agencies.
Ideally candidates will have previous experience and training in working with students with a range of needs both in classroom and intervention. Access to ongoing support and training will be provided. As with all HLTA’s the post holder will be expected to progress both students’ learning and support pupils’ wellbeing.
It is necessary for the candidate to have qualifications in Maths/Numeracy or English/Literacy equivalent to at least NVQ Level 2. A qualification in supporting and teaching learning or evidence of working at HLTA Level and/or students with similar needs profiles would be advantageous.
In return, you will enjoy a unique working environment in the beautiful town of Tenterden in the heart of the Weald of Kent. We invest in our staff and you will be given a full induction programme and continuous coaching support to help you progress throughout your career. All staff are provided with an IT device, discounts and offers with Kent Rewards, enhanced pension contributions and there is a nursery based on the school site which offers discounts to Tenterden Schools Trust Staff.
Closing date: 2nd August 2026, however early applications are encouraged as we receive them.
Higher Level Teaching Assistant in Tenterden employer: Kent Tech
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