HLTA - SEND Strategy & Access Arrangement Coordination

HLTA - SEND Strategy & Access Arrangement Coordination Contract: Permanent Hours: 35 hours, 39 weeks (term time plus one week) Salary: Pathway 5,£25,971 - £27,893 annum (FTE £32,061 - £34,434) Site: Queen Katharine Academy Closing date: 9am on Monday 1st June Start date: September 2026 Please note the trust may decide to withdraw the advert before the closing date or interview suitable candidates prior to the advert closing. Are you ambitious to help every young person succeed? Do you lead with respect, building strong, trusting relationships with young people, families and colleagues? Are you ready to take responsibility for shaping inclusive practice and removing barriers to learning across a whole school? If so, Queen Katharine Academy could be your next exciting career step. Your role: As a HLTA specialising in SEND strategy and access arrangements, you will play a key role in driving inclusive practice across QKA. Working closely with the SENDCo, you will lead targeted interventions, support EHCP outcomes and coordinate access arrangements to ensure every learner can demonstrate their potential. You will monitor progress, maintain accurate records and use the graduated approach to plan and review support, while building strong partnerships with staff, families and external professionals. You are a confident, qualified HLTA with strong SEND knowledge, excellent communication skills and the ability to lead, organise and adapt support with impact. You will be committed to inclusion, able to inspire learners with a wide range of needs, and motivated to take responsibility for improving outcomes across the academy. About us: You will join a forward-thinking academy within the Thomas Deacon Education Trust, where collaboration, professional development and innovation are part of daily life. At QKA, our values of respect, ambition and responsibility are not just words, they shape how we work together, support our students and invest in your growth. At Queen Katharine Academy, we are proud of our inclusive environment where both staff and students are encouraged and empowered to achieve their full potential. This is more than a HLTA role; it is an opportunity to influence whole-school SEND provision, champion inclusion and make a lasting difference. Why work for us?: Join Thomas Deacon Education Trust and be part of a dedicated team committed to "working together to transform lives through education.” To learn more about the benefits we have on offer, check out our video here: Employee Benefits At TDET, 95% of our new employees highly rate our induction programme. Benefit from the unwavering support of our dedicated staff, ensuring you feel welcomed and well-prepared from day one. According to our 2025 staff survey, 91% of staff are proud to work for TDET! Ready to transform lives through education? Apply now and make a difference! TDET - Working together to transform lives through education