Higher Level Teaching Assistant

We are: We are a ‘Good’ school (Ofsted, April 2024), where our boarding provision was recently judged as ‘Outstanding’ (Ofsted, 2025). The inspectors highlighted that our “students are making significant progress,” noting they are “supported through a culture of high expectation, helping them to achieve the best they can.” We are a lively and purposeful co-educational, comprehensive state boarding school for children aged 7 to 18 years, with approximately 700 flexi-boarders and 300 full boarders. A popular choice for both local families and international boarders, our success is driven by our exceptional facilities, academic results, and a boarding ethos that fosters a wide range of co-curricular activities and positive student attitudes. We are now seeking a dedicated professional to contribute to this thriving, high-expectation environment. We offer: Professional, supportive and committed staff team Beautiful estate set in 260 acres of parkland Convenient location, close to the A23 and M25 Free on-site parking We are looking for: We are looking to appoint a Higher Level Teaching Assistant who will complete the role of the Teaching Assistant and in addition have a greater level of responsibility with the SEND department to support students to achieve their best academically and thrive within the school. There is the opportunity to complete the HLTA qualification through Best Practice Network (HLTA Status | Best Practice Network) after a successful probation period. The school reserves the right to appoint prior to the closing date. We hope that after considering all the information provided, you will decide to make an application. Please be advised that we may interview as applications come in. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted shortly after the closing date. Whatever the outcome of your application we thank you for the interest you have shown and wish you well in your future career. Safeguarding InformationThe Royal Alexandra and Albert School is committed