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de Stafford School is looking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our dedicated team on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and motivated individual to play a key role in supporting student learning, delivering targeted interventions, and contributing to the wider success of our inclusive school community.
Your Opportunity
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and passionate Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to take a key role within de Stafford School’s specialist resource base (SRB) for students with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN). You will be responsible for overseeing the holistic needs of up to 13 students with EHCPs, delivering targeted interventions, supporting their progress both within the SRB and in mainstream lessons, and working closely with staff, families, and external agencies to ensure every student thrives. This role also involves supporting other students across the school with SLCN and contributing to the ongoing development of inclusive practice.
What we are looking for
1. A good general education, including GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade C or above).
2. Ideally, a Level 4 HLTA qualification and/or Level 3 ELKLAN qualification.
3. Strong knowledge of speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) and their impact on learning.
4. Experience with evidence-based SLCN strategies and planning tailored interventions.
5. Confidence in using assessment data to track progress and inform next steps for learners.
6. Ability to set meaningful targets, monitor progress, and communicate effectively with families and professionals.
7. Competence in maintaining SEND records in line with the Code of Practice.
8. Good IT skills, particularly in using Word and Excel.
9. A calm, professional, and empathetic communicator who builds strong relationships with students, staff, and families.
10. Passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young people with SLCN.
11. A flexible, proactive team player with strong time management and the ability to work independently.
About de Stafford School
de Stafford is an 11-16 comprehensive school located in Caterham, Surrey which joined GLF Schools MAT in December 2016. The school has a PAN of 180 students per year group. The school serves predominantly the local Caterham community with the majority of students residing within the CR3 catchment area.
Our Core Values:
12. Grow
13. Learn
14. Believe
15. Achieve
Why work at de Stafford School:
16. An exciting opportunity to develop a curriculum to meet the needs of the local community
17. A supportive senior management team and wider staff body within GLF Schools
18. Excellent CPD opportunities through our tailored CPD programme
19. An opportunity to work collaboratively with leaders across the wider GLF MAT
20. Recognition of previous school continuous service
21. A successful ECT support programme
22. Onsite parking
23. Access to CareFirst, an advice and information service
Join the GLF Schools Community
As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our School Support Team.
24. A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,500 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
25. Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
26. 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
27. We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
28. Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education
Our Employment Offer
GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
29. Access to our highly competitive pension scheme
30. Flexible working options
31. Generous holiday allowance
32. Work life and family friendly policies
33. Employee wellbeing initiatives
34. Career pathways and talent management
35. Access to a staff benefits portal
36. Community and collaboration working model
The Details
Start Date: 1st Sept 2025
Salary: GLF Associate - Specialist | Point 1-16 (£26,272-£28,894) - dependent on experience
Actual Salary: £21,973.82 to £24,166.85 - dependent on experience
Hours of work: 8:15 – 15:45 (35hrs) - term time only
Closing Date: 29 Jun 2025
Interview date: TBA
Safeguarding Statement
GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
As a Trust, we are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities. GLF Schools recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools and their communities. There is a shared commitment across the Trust to develop further a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are comfortable to express their own identity, should they wish, in which diversity and inclusion is of mutual benefit for everyone in our schools. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.
We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.
Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.