Higher Level Teaching Assistant

We are looking for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) to join our 1 Ace School in Ilford, London, you will be working with an experienced team and in a culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.

​As an HLTA, your day will be varied and interesting you will be able to support our teachers by assisting in the classrooms or out in the community, whilst following a flexible structure and supporting our children and young people to unlock their passion for learning.

​1 ACE (Another Chance Education) is our alternative education provision, which works with children and young people who struggle in their formal or specialised education settings; we offer education on an outreach basis or within one of our Ofsted registered a school.

​You will work within a Trauma-informed practice model where we can support and follow a therapeutic practice.

​Our leadership team will invest in your progression as a professional in the Education sector. We source and deliver up-to-date opportunities and prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you get the most out of your career. We know how important it is that we look after you, so you can look after the children who need you.

​Our young people may have had many adults come in and out of their lives, often adding to their trauma. Therefore, we are looking for committed and dedicated people who want to continue their careers with a therapeutically based organisation and leading alternative education provision.

​Our Team at Endeavour House School – Ilford

We are a small and friendly team based in the vibrant community of Ilford, London, our school Endeavour House is a special educational needs school (SEN) with a unique, relaxed, and focused atmosphere.

Our goal is to create a learning environment where emotional well-being and academic success walk together, enabling each child to succeed. We work with children with social, emotional, and emerging mental health needs.

​Hours

Term Time, this goes in line with the local authority.

Our full-time hours are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 08:30 am -4:30 pm

The role is full-time over 5 days per week, however, if you would like the opportunity for part-time or compressed hours, we would be happy to speak to you about this.

​Why Five Rivers?

• Simply Health – Medical cash-back scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution)
• Employee Support Programmes
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
• Refer a Foster Carer bonus.
• Long Service-recognition scheme
• We have an enhanced maternity policy. In addition, mothers with a year's service can choose to return to work on a part-time basis for 3 months, while being paid their previous full-time pay.
• Ongoing training and support from in-house and external trainers
• We are committed to your development – we hold a Gold Investors in People Award

​Requirements

• Good written and IT skills.​
• Able to communicate with children, colleagues, and external customers. ​
• Able to actively listen to others.​
• Valid Driving Licence
• Have the Right to Work in the UK

If you have experience working within a specialist education provision or are passionate about making a difference, we would love to hear from you

Please do not delay in applying. Apply directly, fill out an application form, or call the recruitment team on option 2) for more information.

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £25,036.00-£27,100.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Referral programme
• Sick pay
• Store discount

Experience:

• Special education: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person