3 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    ASAP

  • Closing date

    22 April 2025 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    7 May 2024

Job details

Job role

  • HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Subjects

Special Education Needs (SEN), Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Working pattern

Full time, part time

Contract type

Fixed term

Full-time equivalent salary

£32,201.48 - £34,701.94 Annually (Actual) Grade 6 Point 20-25 - Pro-rated salary £37,437-£40,344 (working Term Time only)

HLTA job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) with a focus on STEM/Numeracy to complement the professional work of teachers by taking responsibility for agreed learning activities under an agreed system of supervision, supported by direction from SENDCo, Deputy SENDCo, Curriculum Learning Deputy and teachers in line with OAT policies and guidance. This may involve planning, preparing and delivering learning activities for individuals/ groups or short-term for whole classes. It may also involve the monitoring of learners and assessment, recording and reporting on attendance, achievement, behaviour, progress and development. As a HLTA in some cases, it will also involve the strategic support of learners to mainstream schools with a particular focus on inclusion and reintegration.

About Ormiston Academies Trust

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning.

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…

  • The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
  • Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve
  • Being part of a team and community where you belong – being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities
  • A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits

Our key values are:

  • Anyone can excel: you don’t have to be exceptionally bright or naturally gifted in order to excel at something. We know hard work, determination and perseverance pay off.
  • Enjoy the challenge: just because something might be hard, it doesn’t mean it can’t be fun. We know it’s okay to face setbacks too – they can make you stronger.
  • Share what is best: if you’ve done something or created something others would benefit from seeing or having, you should share it. We know our schools keep getting better when we all share what is best.
  • Be inclusive: every child and adult should respect and accept that difference is normal, that everyone should be welcomed and included.

Benefits that care for you:

When you join us at Ormiston, you can expect robust and holistic support from us to enable you to excel in your role. Our benefits package includes:

  • Competitive salary and pay progression
  • Comprehensive induction training
  • Commitment to your continued professional development
  • Funded professional qualifications.
  • Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Season Ticket loan scheme
  • Employee Benefits
  • Wellbeing package
  • Cycle to Work salary sacrifice scheme
  • Enhanced DBS cover
  • On-site parking
  • Free meals whilst on duty

How to apply:

To apply, please submit your completed application and supporting statement directly on our website: Ormiston Latimer Academy - Work for us by 12pm on the 22nd April 2025. Please note that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early or appoint before the stated deadline if a suitable candidate is found. A full job description and person specification is attached.

Ormiston Latimer Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

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About Ormiston Latimer Academy

School type
Academy, ages 11 to 16
School size
53 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 16
Ofsted report
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Latimer is a school that supports alternative provision for learners with SEMH, The school is based on Freston Road and is 2 minutes from Latimer Road Tube station. The office has recently been refurbished within this listed building owned by Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea.

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