Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Role overview

The initial priority for this role is to support the delivery of food technology lessons. Over time, the subject focus may evolve in response to the changing needs of the school. The successful candidate must therefore be willing and able to contribute to a broader curriculum offer as required.

What you will do

• With the professional support of a qualified teacher, plan and deliver engaging curriculum lessons for individuals, groups and whole classes, with an initial priority focus on food technology.
• Teach classes independently where required. A qualified teacher will provide professional support, advice and quality assurance for planning, curriculum sequencing and assessment, but will not routinely teach alongside the postholder in class.
• Work with individuals and small groups, and teach whole classes as required, to deliver the curriculum and enable strong progress across a range of subjects.
• Collaborate with health professionals, schools, attendance teams and external agencies.
• Support students’ wellbeing and educational outcomes.
• Use online platforms and ICT confidently to enhance learning.
• Work across multiple sites.

Who you are

• A qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant, or a candidate with equivalent relevant experience or qualifications.
• Experienced in engaging hard-to-reach learners, ideally within mainstream, special or alternative provision.
• Confident in planning for mixed-age and mixed-ability groups.
• Able to plan and deliver lessons independently while working within professional guidance from a qualified teacher.
• Flexible, compassionate and committed to inclusive education and student wellbeing.
• Willing to teach across a range of subjects as the needs of the school develop.
• Strong in the use of ICT and online learning platforms.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Prepared to work across different sites and, where required, in student homes.

Practical details

• Salary: Grade 10, SCP 24 to 27 pro rata per annum
• Hours: 34.5 hours per week, term time only plus 5 days
• Contract type: Temporary
• Location: Cloughside College hospital and community sites

Additional information

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS and barred list check, two satisfactory references, an occupational health report and the right to work in the UK. We will conduct an online search of shortlisted candidates in line with KCSIE 2025. In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application covers your full employment history and that reasons are provided for any gaps in employment. CVs will not be accepted.

Application forms are available below and are to be returned by email to bellis.h@cloughside.co.uk before noon on 11th May 2026.