Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Arco Academy
Southwark
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 16 September 2025
- Apply by:
- 13 October 2025
Job overview
Join the Arco Academy Team
Location: Camberwell, London
Specialism: Sports & Holistic Education
At Arco Academy, we believe every young person can thrive when given the right support. As a registered independent alternative provision school, we work with pupils referred by mainstream schools and Local Authorities, delivering a creative curriculum with a strong focus on sports, therapeutic care, and personal growth.
We’re looking for a dedicated, adaptable, and inspiring educator to make a real difference in the lives of our pupils — many of whom have autism, ADHD, or complex learning needs.
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What You’ll Do
• Adapt teaching to meet the diverse needs of learners, including those with autism, ADHD, and communication delays.
• Create and support engaging, differentiated lessons that raise attainment and build confidence.
• Use proven behaviour management strategies to maintain a safe, positive learning environment.
• Track progress, give feedback, and help pupils reach their potential.
• Promote inclusion and lead participation in sports, learning, and extracurricular activities.
• Support colleagues, supervise classes when needed, and contribute to the wider life of the school.
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What We’re Looking For
Essential:
• Proven teaching or learning support experience with excellent results.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Skilled in behaviour management and fostering positive relationships.
• Confident using ICT (Word, Excel, databases, spreadsheets).
• Organised, adaptable, and resilient in a fast-paced environment.
• Committed to safeguarding and pupil well-being.
Desirable:
• Degree-level education.
• First Aid certificate.
• Knowledge of safeguarding (KCSIE), GDPR compliance, and school information systems (e.g., Bromcom).
• Current enhanced DBS (must be in place before starting).
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Why Join Us?
• A supportive team that values staff well-being and professional growth.
• CPD opportunities to enhance your skills and career progression.
• A chance to genuinely change lives through creative, sports-focused education.
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Safeguarding Statement:
Arco Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant vetting.
Apply Now:
Before applying, please review our Safeguarding (Child Protection) Policy and Safer Recruitment Policy.
We reserve the right to recruit before the published closing date at which point the advert will be withdrawn.
About Arco Academy
- Arco Academy
- Camberwell Leisure Centre, Artichoke Place, Camberwell
- London
- SE5 8TS
- United Kingdom
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