Teaching Assistant (HLTA supporting EBSNA)

West Exe School, Exeter, EX2 9JU

61 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  7 September 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  8 July 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Learning support or cover supervisor
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks pa (term time only)
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Grade D (£20,266 to £22,318 – actual salary range)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support children and young people experiencing Emotionally Based School Non-Attendance (EBSNA). This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students who face barriers to education due to anxiety, emotional wellbeing challenges, mental health needs, or other factors affecting school attendance. You will work from our new Horizon Hub at the front of West Exe School.

The successful candidate will work closely with our young people and their families, teachers, pastoral staff, and external agencies to develop supportive and personalised approaches that promote engagement, emotional wellbeing, and successful participation in education with an aim to reintegrate into the mainstream curriculum.

We are looking for someone who has the following skills and knowledge:

Essential

• Has experience working with children and young people in educational or support settings.
• Demonstrates empathy, patience, and resilience when supporting vulnerable students.
• Understands the impact of anxiety, trauma, and emotional wellbeing on school attendance and learning.
• Can build positive, trusting relationships with students and families.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is confident in leading learning activities and interventions independently.
• Can work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Desirable

• Knowledge of and training in the Attend Framework
• Has knowledge or experience in trauma informed practice
• Has knowledge or experience in ELSA or Emotional Logic-style interventions

What We Offer

• A supportive and inclusive working environment
• You will be part of a dedicated team committed to improving outcomes for vulnerable learners
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of children and young people

We welcome applications from individuals who share our commitment to helping every child feel safe, connected and successful.

For an informal conversation about the role please contact: helen.green@westexe.devon.sch.uk

(** Please note that this job advert may close early if sufficient applications are received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if you are interested **)

What the school offers its staff

West Exe School is a highly successful secondary school in the beautiful city of Exeter and without doubt, the greatest place to work in the Southwest. We have an unashamedly academic curriculum, disruption free classrooms and an unrivalled staff development programme.

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.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

We are part of the Ted Wragg Trust, an ambitious and inclusive trust of schools strengthening our communities through excellent education.

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About West Exe School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1237 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: West Exe School website
• Email address: recruitment@westexe.devon.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01392 660100
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/west-exe-school

The Ted Wragg Trust is an ambitious and inclusive Trust of Schools strengthening our communities through excellent education. Formed in 2013 with the aim of creating an outstanding educational experience for all of Exeter’s children no matter what their background or aptitudes, the Trust has since grown from a one school Trust to a 12 school Multi-Academy Trust and is responsible for the education of over 7000 children aged between 2-16.

Arranging a visit to West Exe School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@westexe.devon.sch.uk.

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