HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT AND EDUCATION, HEALTH AND CARE CO-ORDINATOR (LITTLE LONDON BRIDGE, RESOURCE PROVISION)
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Required for September 2025
Within GORSE, we are passionate that all children excel, regardless of their background or additional needs. We are, therefore, incredibly excited to advertise for the role of
Required for September 2025
Within GORSE, we are passionate that all children excel, regardless of their background or additional needs. We are, therefore, incredibly excited to advertise for the role of Higher Level Teaching Assistant and Education, Health and Care Co-Ordinator within Little London Bridge, a Resource Provision for children with Autism and/or Complex Communication Needs, which opened in January 2025.
Little London Bridge joins our pre-existing resource provisions, Rainbow Base and Horizons. We will cater for over 130 primary and secondary students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) by 2026, with Little London Bridge benefiting from the expertise currently available to us from across our trust, whilst forging its own identity within the Little London community.
We are seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant and Education, Health and Care Co-Ordinator who is passionate about making a difference to the lives of both our children and their families. This colleague will manage and lead on the review of our growing number of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP’s), in addition to actively supporting with the co-ordination of our families’ wider needs, such as attendance, safeguarding and family support. In addition to the above, the successful candidate will have a small class-based commitment to support with the effective day to day running of the provision.
If you have the skills to support pupils with complex needs to the highest quality and to embed a learning culture that enables children to become enthusiastic and independent learners, then this is the role for you!
You Will Be An Outstanding Practitioner Who
* Ensures the appropriate setting and reviewing of support targets included in EHCPs.
* Is able to lead on timely review meetings, including collating/distributing reports and leading the meetings in accordance with Local Authority guidance.
* Will ensure all statutory requirements, and internal academy requirements, regarding pupil’s individual paperwork is up to date and accurately reflects the child and their needs.
* Will log consultations on receipt and ensure timely responses are issued to the local authority, working alongside the Director of Specialist Provision to ensure that placements are appropriate.
* Forms positive relationships with families which allow for appropriate challenge and support for all, therefore cultivating positive outcomes for pupils.
* Desires a leading role in the creation of innovative and exciting approaches to parent and family support.
* Is able to maintain strategic oversight of our family support offer to all.
* Will support with the effective day-to-day running of the provision, providing valuable support to colleagues within the classroom when required.
The successful candidate will also have the following experience and attributes:
* Experience of working with children and families whose lives are affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder, complex language and communication needs and/or other complex specialist educational needs.
* A proven track record of excellence with regards to high quality Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP’s).
* Passion for supporting parents and carers, with knowledge of external support services for signposting.
What We Offer You
As a trust, we want to ensure that professionals at every stage in their career have the opportunity to enjoy expert support and training. We are pleased to offer a generous benefits package to our team – as we work together to create a rewarding future for all including:
* Membership of a teacher or local government pension scheme, depending on the role.
* A commitment to continued investment in our professionals, supporting every member of staff throughout their career in the trust.
* Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential professional advice and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
* Discounts and online offers at major high street/online retailers.
* £2k Cycle to work scheme.
About Us
Little London Academy formally joined The GORSE Academies Trust in February 2024. We are really proud of our Academy and the community we serve. Ours is a happy school in which our pupils are encouraged to become considerate and responsible members of society. Above all, we want our pupils to enjoy their days at school and to know the joys of learning, perseverance and challenge.
We want our parents, carers and employees to trust us as we work together to make sure every child has the opportunity to achieve their potential – because every child matters. We value the religions, traditions and backgrounds of all our pupils and are proud to have over 70 languages spoken in our school.
If you would like to know more about our academy, please visit our website at Little London Academy.
How To Apply
If you are as excited about this role as we are, you can download the Job Description, Person Specification, and Application Form from this page, request them by email at recruitment@tgat.org.uk call us on 0113 244 2457.
Please note if you submit an electronic application, we will not require a hard copy. CVs are not accepted.
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