Learning Support (Level 3)

High Park School, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD9 6RY

8 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2026 or Sooner

• Closing date

  18 November 2025 at 10am

• Date listed

  10 November 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £21,142.00 - £22,893.00 Annually (Actual) Band 6 SCP 6–11, TTO plus 5 days, 35hrs per week

Learning Support (Level 3) job summary

‘CAT employs rolling recruitment methodologies, with shortlisting and interviews for some roles taking place as and when applications are received. This may mean that some roles are recruited to before the closing date, and therefore advise that applications are made without undue delay’.

‘Learning for Life’ defines the ethos and values of High Park as a school for pupils with Communication and Interaction difficulties. We have a unique place in the education system in Bradford and in providing a resource for pupils aged 3 - 19 who need our structures and approaches to learning. In 2024, we were honoured with the Platinum Bradford Healthy Minds Chartermark Award, making us the first special setting to be recognised as a Beacon School in mental health and demonstrates our commitment to mental health and well-being in the school community.

We are part of Carlton Academy Trust (CAT) which was established in 2019 from the outstanding success of Carlton Bolling, an inner-city Bradford secondary school. Today, we proudly oversee three secondary schools, three primary schools, and three special schools, collectively educating nearly 5000 students, and employing almost 1,000 members of staff. All CAT schools are rated either Outstanding or Good by Ofsted.

If you are interested in pursuing a career in mental health or education and are interested in joining a multi-disciplinary team combining teaching and therapeutic approaches; this presents a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to the development and education of our children and young people. Ideal candidates will be hardworking, enthusiastic with a passion for supporting the delivery of excellent outcomes for the pupils in our care.

Are you passionate about making a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people with communication and interaction needs?

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our warm, forward-thinking team. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with autism and related communication differences, helping them to thrive both in their learning and personal development.

At our specialist school, every pupil is valued as an individual. We pride ourselves on creating a nurturing, structured and aspirational environment where children flourish academically, socially and emotionally. You will play a vital role in supporting pupils to access learning, fostering independence, and helping each young person achieve their very best.

As a Level 3 Learning Support, you will:

• Work closely with teachers to deliver creative and engaging learning experiences tailored to pupils’ individual needs.
• Provide skilled support for pupils with autism and communication differences, promoting inclusion and understanding across the school community.
• Lead small groups and, when required, whole classes, following teacher planning to deliver high-quality learning experiences.
• Support pupils in developing communication, social interaction, and self-regulation skills.
• Contribute to planning, assessment and record-keeping, ensuring that progress is carefully monitored and celebrated.
• Supervise and support colleagues, trainees and volunteers as part of a collaborative staff team.
• Always promote and safeguard the welfare of all pupils.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience of working with children and young people with autism and/or communication needs.
• Demonstrates warmth, patience, resilience and a strong commitment to inclusive education.
• Has the confidence to lead learning activities and support teaching across a range of settings.
• Values teamwork, professional growth and reflective practice.
• Understands the importance of promoting independence, dignity and self-esteem in every pupil.

We can offer you:

• A fantastic programme of CPD that offers comprehensive development in the areas of neurodiversity including autism, communication, behaviour and sensory processing
• An opportunity to work as part of a multidisciplinary team including teachers and therapists
• A dynamic and supportive community that is committed to school improvement
• A caring working environment where the education and welfare of pupils and staff are central to our practice

Employee welfare is extremely important to us, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive employee benefits package through the ‘Carlton Cares’ programme, designed to support colleagues physical, mental and financial wellbeing. These benefits include a fully funded Health Plan and an Employee Assistance Programme, in addition to salary sacrifice and employee discount schemes. Employee Benefits - Carlton Academy Trust

We hope you are excited by this opportunity and look forward to welcoming applications from colleagues who share our values and ambition to deliver excellence for all to our students.

We welcome visits to the school; to arrange a convenient time please contact Anita Riedel, Recruitment Manager:-

E: recruitment@catrust.uk

W: www.carltonacademytrust.co.uk

The Trust has adopted the principles of Safer Recruitment and will safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to do the same. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and subscribe to the DBS update service.

Carlton Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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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

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About High Park School

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 19
• School size: 120 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: High Park School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/high-park-school-bd9-6ry

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