Job Description

Salford


Term Time


29,651


Permanent


Expires 10/11/2025

About the Role

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ACER ACADEMY

Employer: Acer Academy

Location: Kintyre Avenue, Salford, M5 5DP

Learning Mentor / Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Grade: Points 2328 (Learning Mentor / HLTA range)

Salary: 34,43439,152 + SNA 1 (FTE)

29,65133,714 + SNA 1 (pro-rata, term time only)

Hours of Duty: 36 hours per week, term time only

Closing date:

Monday 10 November


Acer Academy is a specialist SEMH and ASD school with excellent facilities and a strong commitment to inclusive, relational education. We are seeking a dedicated and adaptable

Learning Mentor / Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

to join our team.


This role offers the opportunity to make a real difference to pupils who experience barriers to learning, supporting them both academically and emotionally to reach their full potential. The successful candidate will deliver targeted interventions, work closely with families and external agencies, and play a key role in maintaining calm and consistent routines. A crucial part of this position involves

covering lessons as required

, ensuring continuity and stability for pupils.

Key responsibilities

Plan and deliver 1:1 and small-group interventions to support pupils' academic, social, emotional and communication development

Build positive, trusting relationships to promote engagement, confidence and regulation

Work collaboratively with the Assistant Headteacher, Inclusion Manager and pastoral team to identify and address barriers to learning

Support pupils' reintegration following periods of absence or dysregulation

Make contact with parents and carers, and carry out home visits under the direction of the Inclusion Manager

Liaise with teachers and external agencies to coordinate effective support

Step in to

cover lessons

in the absence of a teacher, maintaining a calm, structured and supportive learning environment

Contribute to the school's Personal Development and SMSC curriculum, promoting wellbeing, life skills and inclusion

We are looking for someone who:

Has experience working with pupils with SEMH and/or ASD needs

Understands trauma-informed and relational practice

Can lead learning and manage classrooms confidently when covering lessons

Is organised, reflective and able to adapt approaches to meet individual needs

Has excellent communication and teamwork skills

We can offer:

A brand-new school with outstanding facilities and resources

A supportive, forward-thinking leadership team

Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

A relational, inclusive environment where staff wellbeing is valued

The chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people

How to apply

Please complete and return the attached application form to

cmclaughlin@aceracademy.uk

Safeguarding

Acer Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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