Higher Level Support Assistant

Are you seeking a new and rewarding challenge?

Gilbert Ward Academy, part of Prosper Learning Trust, is delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for a Higher-Level Support Assistant to join our team from September 2025.

As a purpose-built, state-of-the-art special free school that opened its doors in September 2023, we are dedicated to providing exceptional education for pupils aged 11-16 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

Some of the duties you will participate in include:

• Supporting and assisting teachers as part of a professional team
• Contributing to raising standards of pupils’ achievement
• Undertaking a range of teaching and learning activities under the professional direction and supervision of a qualified teacher

Located on Princess Louise Road in Blyth, Northumberland, our academy serves as a beacon of hope and opportunity for our pupils and their families. Since our official opening in September 2023, we have remained dedicated to delivering a personalised, high-quality education that extends beyond academic success. We focus on the holistic development of each child, ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge, skills, confidence, and resilience necessary to thrive in all aspects of life.

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Our academy currently serves 60 pupils and is set to expand to a capacity of 80 pupils in September 2025. These roles offer a unique opportunity to contribute to the academy’s growth, delivering high-quality support that inspires our pupils to reach their full potential.

The successful candidate will:

• Have a NVQ Level 3 in Teaching Assistant or equivalent or working towards
• Possess a Higher Level Teaching Assistant Status or working towards
• Be able to demonstrate professional competencies within the HLTA standards
• Have experience of working with children of the relevant age in a learning environment
• Be a supportive and co-operative team member with a flexible approach
• Have excellent communication and inter-personal skills