At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and deliver relational support plans for students with severe learning difficulties.
- Company: Brunel Academies Trust focuses on supporting children with complex needs in a diverse environment.
- Benefits: Enjoy exclusive discounts, excellent pension scheme, and continuous professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Position is term time only, with 32.5 hours per week.
- Why this job: Join a dedicated team committed to outstanding educational outcomes for students aged 11-19.
- Qualifications: Experience as a teaching assistant or HLTA is required for this role.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Uplands is a school for students with severe (SLD) or profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) aged 11 – 19 years and/or autistic spectrum condition (ASC). Our students will often have additional complex needs. We are in search of an experienced teaching assistant or HLTA to work closely with the senior leadership team, class teachers and other support colleagues to lead, co‑coordinate and deliver relational support plans and/or interventions which support CYP in achieving outstanding educational outcomes.
You will mentor all colleagues in successful relational behaviour practices which will include debriefing with colleagues and sharing of expertise.
Interview: 17.07.2026 or as received
Hours: 32.5 hours per week, term time only
Training: It is important to us to ensure you feel valued and supported. Full training appropriate to the role will be provided.
- Support on continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities
- Brunel Perks – exclusive discounts on a range of products and retailers from cinema tickets, food shopping and holidays
- Carefirst – impartial counselling service in person, by video call or phone as well as a citizen’s advice function for advice and support on personal or professional queries
- Excellent pension scheme
- Free on‑site parking
- Annual pay progression opportunities
- Continuous Service date honoured
Brunel Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people (CYP) and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check, references and medical clearance. All references will be obtained prior to interview in line with Safer Recruitment and KCSIE, and further references may be sought as deemed necessary.
Brunel Academies Trust is dedicated to the vision of having a diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that reflects diversity from the communities it serves. We value the contributions of all colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds and actively seek to promote an environment which is free from discrimination and harassment; which at the same time supports fair promotion and cultural acceptance.
Under the provision of the Equality Act 2010, Brunel Academies Trust welcomes applications from everyone and operates a recruitment process that is fair and does not discriminate against or disadvantage anyone because of age, pronouns preference, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy, paternity or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
Behaviour & Learning Support Mentor in Swindon employer: Uplands School
Brunel Academies Trust offers a supportive environment with full training and a commitment to safeguarding children. Located in a diverse community, the trust values contributions from all backgrounds and promotes fair practices. Employees benefit from an excellent pension scheme and access to exclusive discounts through Brunel Perks.
