Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Hours: Full-time (8am-4pm, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 8-5pm Tuesdays) term time only

Your new school

Gretton School welcomes autistic children and young people aged from 5-19 years old, as weekly boarders or as day learners.

Every learner at Gretton has a diagnosis of Autism, and the ability to learn at or above the level of their mainstream peers, but require a specialist setting in order to achieve their remarkable potential.

As autism specialists, we understand that consistent daily routines and staffing helps to keep anxiety at a minimum and ensures that our learners feel safe and confident in their surroundings.

We have a high staff to learner ratio and classes are small and personal - we know each of our learners really well and employ the best strategies to support them in their everyday school life.

A broad curriculum, an emphasis on holistic development, and the development of life and social skills, means that we are able to bring out the best in all our learners, and to provide them with opportunities to flourish.

At whatever stage a young person joins Gretton, we will ensure they are happy and prepared to make the most of the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of life.

Your new role

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you'll play a pivotal role in supporting the learning and development of autistic students. You'll work closely with teachers, therapists, and families to create a stimulating and safe learning environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Organising classroom resources and displays to enhance learning.

• Supporting students with individualised strategies and sensory programmes.

• Writing progress reports and contributing to annual reviews.

• Promoting positive behaviour and pastoral care.

• Liaising with parents and professionals to ensure holistic support.

• Preparing tailored learning materials and adapting activities to meet student needs.

This is a hands-on role that requires creativity, empathy, and resilience. You'll be part of a team that's passionate about helping students achieve their full potential-academically, socially, and emotionally.

What you'll need to succeed

• HLTA Qualification (or willingness to complete)

• GCSE grade C (or equivalent) in both Maths and English

• Knowledge, understanding and experience of Autism as well as a broad knowledge of strategies used for teaching students with ASC

• Ability to remain calm under pressure and be able to adapt to change quickly

We are seeking people who thrive on working in a challenging but immensely rewarding environment, who are passionate about supporting the development of social, life and independence skills and who truly want to make a difference in the lives of young people.

What you'll get in return

• A supportive and inclusive working environment.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• The chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people.

• A collaborative team culture where staff feel valued and empowered.

• Access to a broad clinical and therapeutic support network.

Staff at Gretton consistently highlight the school's positive culture, strong teamwork, and the deep sense of pride and achievement they feel in their roles.

We reserve the right to close vacancies early if we have sufficient suitable applications. Therefore we encourage interested applicants to submit an application as soon as possible.

Safeguarding recruitment statement

Gretton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment, applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service. We aim to be a fair employer and are committed to equal opportunities. Gretton School does not discriminate against employees on the basis of gender, ethnic origin, disability or age.