At a Glance
- Tasks: Support SEND pupils in their learning journey and facilitate access to education.
- Company: Riverwalk School, a supportive environment dedicated to improving lives of children with complex needs.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, comprehensive training, wellbeing support, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Join a community committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children while working in a fun and dynamic team.
- Qualifications: Knowledge of SEND, strong interpersonal skills, and a passion for supporting diverse learners.
The predicted salary is between 28492 - 28492 £ per year.
Riverwalk School is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) who is dynamic and friendly, with a passion for improving outcomes and life experiences for our pupils in the school with SLD and PMLD needs. You will need to be creative, as well as resilient with a significant sense of fun. Play is an important part of the therapeutic approach.
Your role is to facilitate access to learning for SEND pupils across the school. You will support teaching and learning, working with small groups and one-to-one as required. This is a challenging role, but incredibly rewarding as part of a team which works together to make a real difference to the lives of our children with SEND.
The Consortium Trust demonstrates and implements safeguarding protocols in all aspects of their working practices and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Requirements
- Have some knowledge about SEND
- Are passionate about ensuring the highest quality learning for children with complex needs and severe learning difficulties
- Provide a good role model for students and fellow colleagues
- Are prepared to use a range of strategies to support a diverse range of complex needs
- Have strong interpersonal skills and innovative techniques
- Can support each pupil to access a broad, balanced, and relevant curriculum differentiated to meet individual needs
- Can support tasks relating to ‘real life’ experiences
- Are passionate about supporting learning characteristics in pupils
- Can adhere to policies and procedures and follow GDPR guidelines
- Can maintain confidentiality
- Have a desire to participate in school and trust CPD opportunities
- Have an awareness of Safeguarding
- Are willing to contribute to the wider school through our curriculum enrichment and extended school offer
What we offer:
- Comprehensive staff induction program
- Full support and training from a wider team
- Wide range of staff benefits
- Extensive Wellbeing support package
- Opportunity for career progression within the trust
- Personalised performance management
For more information, please read the Job Description or Trust Benefits or alternatively, please visit our website.
Closing date: 1 pm, 30 November 2026. You will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, and this will include social media checks.
Higher Level Teaching Assistant employer: Suffolk Jobs Direct
King Edward VI School is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment where you can make a meaningful impact on students' lives. With opportunities for professional development and a comprehensive benefits package through Suffolk County Council, including a Local Government Pension Scheme, you will be part of a dedicated team committed to enhancing the educational experience. Located in the heart of Bury St Edmunds, the school provides convenient access to public transport and on-site parking, making it an ideal workplace for those passionate about supporting young people.
