Job Description

Nurture HLTA

Kingsbury Green academy

Salary:

NJC Grade G, 28,163-30,060 (DOE) FTE

Actual Salary:

20,295 - 21,662 (DOE) pro rata

Contract:

Permanent - Part Time - Monday, Wednesday and Friday 08.30 to 3.30, Tuesday, Thursday, 08.30 to 4.00. Each day 20 min unpaid break, 40 min unpaid lunch.

Closing date:

Midnight Thursday 5th June 2025

Interview Date:

Thursday 12th June 2025

Anticipated Start Date:

September 2025

*To apply for this role, please do so via MyNewTerm:

https://mynewterm.com/jobs/137650/EDV-2025-KGA-24838

Job Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our dedicated team at Kingsbury Green Academy. This role is designed to provide tailored support to a group of secondary-aged students with high needs, including those with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and other complex learning needs.

As an HLTA, you will work closely with the Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO), the Nurture Room Lead, teachers, and external professionals to deliver individualised interventions, promote inclusive learning, and support students in achieving their full potential.

Why choose us?

Kingsbury Green Academy, judged as 'Good' by Ofsted in every category when inspected in April 2022, is part of the successful Ascend Learning Trust. We are an ambitious, forward thinking 11-18 years Academy situated in a beautiful location on the outskirts of Calne in Wiltshire.

Full details can be found in the recruitment pack.

Ascend Learning Trust creates a sense of belonging for everyone. All our young people receive a holistic, world class education regardless of where they come from or their life challenges. They will leave their Ascend community with outcomes that opens doors to a fulfilling and successful future.

If you want to be a part of this, and work alongside ambitious, compassionate, and dedicated people we welcome your application. Our mission is to develop and retain high quality professional who relentlessly pursue the Ascend vision.

Together we will foster a culture of compassion and inclusivity with high expectations and standards for all. Where horizons are limitless, and education is unmissable.

Together we

Belong, Believe, Become.

We also offer an excellent staff benefit package which include discounts on high street stores, restaurants, cinemas, and gyms as well as having a wellbeing hub and a cycle to work scheme. We have a wide range of benefits for employees which include:

Health & Wellbeing

Free annual Flu Vaccines

Discounted Gym Memberships

24-hour access to free counselling helpline for family, debt advice

*Annual 'Wellbeing Day'

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible working solutions

Financial

Hundreds of offers and discounts and cashback on local and national stores

Excellent Pension Schemes

Cycle to Work and Tech Schemes

Health and Fitness Schemes (available at additional cost)

Career Progression

Instructional Coaching for Teachers

Developmental performance management conversations

Apprenticeship opportunities for 'on the job training'

Investment in your career, internal and external talent solutions.

Recognition and Reward -including service awards

Please note some allowances are only applicable on completion of a successful 6 month probation.

Please note if we receive sufficient applications, we may close this job role earlier.

At Ascend Learning Trust, we believe in the power of diversity to drive innovation, foster creativity, and create a workplace that truly reflects the richness of the world around us. We are excited to welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our dynamic team.

Reasonable adjustments are modifications or accommodations made to ensure that individuals with disabilities or specific needs can perform their job duties effectively. We embrace the idea that everyone should have equal opportunities to succeed, and our aim is to make this a reality. If you need any assistance completing your application, please contact the Recruitment Team on 01793 781485 or alternatively you can email recruitment@ascendlearningtrust.org.uk

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Ascend Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.

Please note that this role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, which means that you are required to disclose any criminal convictions, cautions, warnings, or reprimands, even if they would normally be considered "spent" and a DBS check will be carried out before any employment commences.

In line with KCSIE 2024 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates' suitability to work with children. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presence.

References will be obtained before interview at shortlisting stage and may be used in the interview process. If previous employment has included working with children, then at least one referee must be from this employment regardless of whether this is the current or most recent employment Any gaps in employment must be detailed and an explanation provided in the relevant section.

11-18 Academy situated in a beautiful location of Tidworth, which is on the outskirts of Salisbury in Wiltshire.

Our curriculum breadth is focused on ensuring every pupil is exposed to the widest range of subjects possible to equip them to leave school ready to achieve their dreams and fulfil their goals.

The Wellington Academy's vision for all our pupils is that they become inquisitive, ambitions and independent young adults and when they leave us, they will have the skills, knowledge, and character they need to take them on to university or the workplace. Our pupils are friendly and happy and value good relationships with their teachers.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,163.00-30,060.00 per year

Expected hours: 31 per week

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 05/06/2025
Reference ID: Nurture HLTA