Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) & Key Worker Lead

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) & Key Worker Lead Contract: Permanent Start Date: September 2026 Hours of Work: 37 hours per week, 38 weeks per year (term time only) Salary: Range 4 point 21-25 (Actual salary £27,105 - £29,098 per annum) Location: Wendover, Buckinghamshire (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) Are you a passionate, experienced educator ready to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) & Key Worker Lead to join our dedicated team. In this pivotal role, you will plan, deliver, and monitor high-quality Functional Skills lessons and targeted interventions, ensuring all students make excellent progress. You will act as a dedicated Key Worker for a designated group of students, offer classroom assistance to teaching staff, and provide essential exam access support. Additionally, you will step into a leadership capacity by providing line management and guidance to an allocation of Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) and Key Workers, ensuring robust, high-quality support for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and English as an Additional Language (EAL). Why Choose John Colet School? John Colet School is an Ofsted-rated 'Good' school nestled in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the Chiltern Hills. We pride ourselves on being a caring school where we pursue excellence, celebrate success and develop students to become active members of our school and wider community. We are constantly striving to improve. Our staff enjoy: Work-Life Balance & Well-being: Access to free onsite gym facilities and staff activities including Pilates and social events. Professional Growth: Continuous support from colleagues and SLT, with access to dedicated coaching, CPD workshops, and resources to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. Recognition & Rewards: A culture where your hard work is appreciated, plus access to a Blue Light discount card. Environment: A lovely setting in the Chiltern Hills with plentiful, free staff parking. Family Benefits: Preferential places for children of staff (subject to qualifying period). How to Apply Visits to our school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit please contact the school office at office@johncolet.co.uk. Please Note: * Applications from agencies and personal CVs will not be accepted. The John Colet School takes the safeguarding and wellbeing of students seriously and this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check and Qualifications check. Closing Date: Wednesday 1 July 2026 Interviews: Week commencing 6 July 2026