Higher Level Teaching Assistants - 1 Ace Bristol

We are looking for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) to join ourschool without walls covering the Bristol and Bath areas. You will work with an experienced team 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 support our teachers by assisting in the classrooms and the community for children who cannot attend school; you will follow a flexible structure and support our children and young people to unlock their passion for learning. You will be based in our Ofsted registered school but will also support 1 ACE provision locally.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 training opportunities and prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you get the most out of your career.Our young people may have had many adults come in and out of their lives, often adding to their trauma. Therefore, we seek dedicated people who want to continue their careers with a therapeutically based organisation and leading alternative education provision.1Ace BristolYou will teach our children in the community in an outreach capacity across Bristol and Bath.We offer a range of supportive, safe environments for children and young people with whom mainstream and other school settings have not worked. Our Ofsted registered and rated independent schools around England offer various academic, vocational, SEN, and disabilities (SEND) options.Role Profile: 20201020_Role_Profile_HLTA_1ACE JH edit.pdf1Ace https://five-rivers.org/education/schools/1ace/HoursTerm Time: this goes in line with 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 five 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 SchemePerk Box High Street DiscountsCompany PensionOngoing training and support from in-house and external trainersEmployee Support ProgrammesEnhanced maternity package for mothers who have been with us for over one year.On-going training and learning through our Learning & Development TeamCompany pension schemeRefer a Friend bonus scheme.Refer a Foster Carer Bonus Long service and recognition schemeRequirementsGood written and IT skills.Able to communicate with children, colleagues, and external customers. Able to actively listen to others.Valid Driving Licence - this is essential for this roleHave the Right to Work in the UKIf you have experience working within a specialist education provision or are passionate about making a difference, we would love to hear from you!Please make sure to apply. Apply directly, fill out an application form, or call the recruitment team on 01722 435750 (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.