Higher Level Teaching Assistant

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant specialising in Outdoor Education to join our school The Spires, based in Salisbury. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our students, fostering their physical development, teamwork skills, and personal growth.

At Five Rivers Child Care, your day will be varied and interesting. You will be following a more flexible structure whilst supporting our children and young people by providing bespoke therapeutic, educational frameworks that are tailor-made to each child and young person, you could be teaching in the classroom or out in the community to support children who cannot attend school.

You will work within a Trauma-informed practice model where we can support and follow a therapeutic practice. Our schools have been awarded the ‘Attachment and Trauma Sensitive School Gold Award’.

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 career with a therapeutically based organisation, Ofsted registered schools and leading alternative education provision (1 ACE).

Our leadership team will invest in your progression as a professional in the Education sector. Not only do we source and deliver up-to-date training opportunities, but we also prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you’re getting the most out of your career.

**Responsibilities**:

- Deliver engaging physical education and sports coaching sessions to individuals and groups, adapting activities to meet diverse needs and abilities.
- Assess student progress and development, contributing to integrated care plans.
- Collaborate with the Teacher in Charge to plan lessons and prepare resources.
- Create a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages participation and success.
- Organise and manage school sports events and competitions.
- Work within the educational statutory framework, adhering to safeguarding policies and procedures.
- Maintain open communication with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Continuously develop professional skills through CPD opportunities.

Qualifications and Experience:

- Good standard of education (degree level preferred).
- Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience.
- Experience working as a TA/HLTA.
- Proven experience as a sports coach in schools or alternative provision.
- Knowledge of the national curriculum framework and differentiation strategies.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Why Five Rivers?

On-going training and learning through our Learning & Development Team

Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme

Ongoing training and support from in-house and external trainers

Employee Support Programmes

Blue Light card

Enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution)

Refer a friend bonus scheme

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

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £24,426.00-£26,439.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
- Sick pay

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Special education: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: On the road