Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Sensory & Physical Needs

‘All staff were so welcoming and friendly when I joined ARA. I love the fact that every day is different and very rewarding in my role’. SaFE Worker

We have the exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with experienced staff in a high quality and well-resourced environment in the role of Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Sensory & Physical Needs. We are based in West London/Ealing. This position is to commence as soon as possible.

The role is to work Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 4pm on a term-time only basis plus professional development days. Salary starts from £33,438 per annum (this has already been pro-rated) and is dependent on experience.

Skills & Experience needed:

• The role of HLTA requires experience in a specific area of SEN relating to the Physical & Sensory needs of Secondary age children, delivering intervention sessions.

• Applicants must possess GCSE Grade C or above in English and Mathematics and be educated to A-level standard (or equivalent)

• Have a HLTA qualification (or currently working towards the qualification)

What we have to offer you:

• Competitive Inner London pay scales (despite outer London location) and access to the Teachers Pension Scheme/Excellent employer pension contributions of over 19% with the Local Government Pension Scheme

• An Ofsted ‘Good’ school and an exciting place to work

• A proven culture of supporting flexible working requests, with high acceptance levels Academy‑wide

• Extensive free on‑site parking with enough space to accommodate all staff

• Complimentary use of our newly refurbished, state of the art Fitness Suite

• A comprehensive and ongoing CPD programme to support your professional growth

• Reimbursement of annual professional memberships and fees

• Subsidised meals served in our high‑quality in‑house restaurant

• Family‑friendly policies, including enhanced paid dependants’ leave, religious observance days, wedding and funeral leave, moving day leave, and paid time for NHS medical appointments

• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health services

• Access to the Cycle to Work Scheme

• Free eye tests for staff

• Access to a range of discount schemes including Blue Light Card, Discounts for Teachers, and Costco membership

• The chance to work with exceptionally committed colleagues who have high expectations of students

• A welcoming school in West London/Ealing with great Trustees, where staff feel valued

• Employer’s pension contribution of over 19%

• Increased job security in a public sector role compared to private sector with generous holidays

• New free on-site state of the art fitness suite, access to Blue Light Card and Costco membership for all staff, cycle to work scheme

• Free on-site parking, subsidised meals and family friendly policies including paid dependents entitlement.

Commitment to safeguarding:

• ARA is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination

• The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.

How to apply:

• Apply exclusively via the WhatSchool platform.

We reserve the right to hold interviews in advance of the closing date should a favourable application be received

ARA is committed to the protection and safety of our learners. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service and Social media check prior to commencing the role.