Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Job Advertisement: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Position: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Location: Field Gate School & 1 ACE Provision, Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Salary: £25,313 - £27,616 per annum (Dependent on Experience)

Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time (37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 08:30 AM – 4:30 PM, aligned with Doncaster local authority)

About the Role

Are you looking to make a transformative impact on the lives of vulnerable young people? We are seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our team at Field Gate School—a small independent SEMH school in Doncaster catering for pupils aged 6 to 18.

As a "school without walls," Field Gate offers child-centred, bespoke education packages. In this varied and rewarding role, you will support teachers both within our Ofsted-registered school and out in the community for children who cannot attend traditional classrooms, as well as supporting local 1 ACE provisions. Working within a trauma-informed, therapeutic framework, you will help our students flourish, find stability, and unlock their passion for learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teachers by assisting in classrooms and delivering community-based outreach for pupils unable to attend school.

• Work directly with SEMH students aged 6–18 within a trauma-informed, therapeutic practice model.

• Support local 1 ACE alternative education provisions when required.

• Help children build trust, resilience, and emotional wellbeing alongside academic progress.

• Collaborate closely with an experienced leadership team committed to student welfare and professional growth.

What We Are Looking For

• Good written, IT, and communication skills, with a patient, active-listening approach.

• Experience working within a specialist education provision, alternative setting, or a deep passion for making a difference.

• Essential requirements: A valid UK driving licence (essential for community outreach work) and the Right to Work in the UK.

• Empathy, resilience, and a dedication to turning children's lives around.

Why Join Us?

At Five Rivers, we invest heavily in your professional progression, offering up-to-date training opportunities and dedicated personal development goals. Enjoy an inclusive workplace alongside fantastic benefits:

• Competitive Salary: £25,313 - £27,616 per annum (DOE).

• Financial Wellbeing: Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme and company pension scheme.

• Recognition & Perks: Blue Light Card, Refer-a-Friend bonus scheme, Refer-a-Foster Carer bonus, and long-service recognition awards.

• Support Systems: Comprehensive Employee Support Programmes and continuous learning through our dedicated Learning & Development Team.

• Family Support: Enhanced maternity package for eligible mothers.