Overview
Higher Level Teaching Assistant or aspiring HLTA
Job Ref No. ECC1101-64S | Position Type: Teaching/Child Support | Pay Range: HLTA1-HLTA6
Position Start Date: Immediate | Contract Type: Part-time | Contract Term: Fixed (2-year)
Application Close: 22/09/2025 Midday | Date of Interviews: TBC
About the role
Southend YMCA community school is expanding across two sites including a post 16 provision and seeks to appoint a HLTA or aspiring HLTA from October 2025. We welcome applicants from teaching assistants with aspirations of becoming an HLTA or a current HLTA to join our ever-growing team. The school has a positive ethos and culture where our students have the opportunity to experience success and be the best version of themselves. An ideal candidate will have a commitment to Trauma Informed Practice and understand the power of learning and education for our students. Staff are committed to supporting our young people to achieve great things and ensure they "come with a past, but leave with a future".
Experience in secondary school age students, particularly key stage 4, is an advantage but is not essential. If you would like a tour of the school please contact Amanda Barling on 01702 987827 or e-mail Amandabarling@ymca.southend.sch.uk
Safeguarding & Recruitment
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
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