HLTA

Discovery Academy · Nuneaton, West Midlands

HLTA at Discovery Academy, based in Nuneaton, West Midlands. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Nuneaton, West Midlands
Contract
Permanent
Posted
1 day ago
Closes
28 Sep 2026
Sector
Teaching Assistant

Reference 97f9ebd1b57037b0182a0d802b2465422c0c3915

About the role

Be part of an exciting and creative school in Nuneaton for children and young people with autism and/or social, emotional and mental health needs

Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Location: Nuneaton

Hours of Work: 38 hrs per week; Mon 8:15 am-4:45 pm, Tues, Weds and Thurs 8:15 am4:30 pm, Fri 8:15 to 3.30 pm

FTE Salary: C24 £27,228.16 FTE – D28 £30,158.59

Actual Salary: C24 £23,519.10 – D28 £26,050.34

Allowances: Special School Allowance £750.00 per academic year

Weeks Worked: 39 weeks - Term Time only

Closing Date: Monday 21st September

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Start Date: ASAP

About Us

We are an established Academy placing our young people and their families at the centre of everything we do. We want all pupils to achieve their full potential and develop in a way that makes sense to them.

Our HLTA/Lead Teaching Assistants

Our lead teaching assistants come from various backgrounds, for example, care homes, mainstream education and healthcare settings. ASC, SEMH or AP experience may be an advantage but is not essential. Our only requirement is Level 2 English and Maths.

The role will require you to:

•care passionately about each child as an individual •observe and listen •be non-judgemental and unconditionally accepting •develop a positive culture around learning •deliver high standards of care and support •apply and develop strategies for raising achievement •support students to make the most of their talents and abilities •lead on positive behaviour support in your •confidently work with children of any age or ability •respond to advice •commit to further professional development

You will be responsible for:

•managing classes of around nine students •leading teaching assistants •organising the classroom •maintaining regular contact with parents and carers •organising trips and visits for your class •monitoring and reviewing short-term targets •covering lessons in the absence of a teacher •Comprehensive induction and ongoing training and support.

Reference: 97f9ebd1b57037b0182a0d802b2465422c0c3915 · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 28 Sep 2026 · Listed via Discovery Academy

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