Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Connect

Woodstock Road, Witney, Oxon, OX28 1DX

Web Address: www.wgswitney.org.uk

Tel: 01993 702355 Email: office@wgswitney.org.uk

Head Teacher: Mr R W Shadbolt

Contact: hrwest@acertrust.org.uk

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Grade 8 - Term time + 5 INSET Days (39 Weeks)

We are seeking to appoint a compassionate and skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our Inclusion Team, working within our dedicated SEMH internal provision (Connect).

Connect provides a bespoke learning package for some Key Stage 4 students with SEMH needs who are unable to access learning in a fully mainstream environment and who would benefit from an adapted curriculum.

Students are supported to achieve their full potential academically and emotionally, including reintegrating to mainstream lessons as appropriate, with staff working with other agencies to offer comprehensive support.

The role of the HLTA is to work collaboratively with the Connect Lead Teacher to support students to access the curriculum and achieve their full potential in a nurturing and inclusive environment. You will work closely with teachers, families, and the wider pastoral team, offering support, guidance, and professional insight to help ensure positive outcomes for every student.

Our strong, inclusive reputation means that Wood Green School is oversubscribed. We are a 11-18 Academy school in the thriving town of Witney, 10 miles west of Oxford. We believe strongly in a culture of mutual respect and positive relationships, our values underpin everything we do.

Pay scale: Grade 8 Actual salary: £13,979 - £15,263

Hours: Term time only + 5 INSET days (39 weeks), 18.25 hours per week 8.15am-2.50pm, 3 days per week (Thursday and two other days)

If you have any questions, please contact hrwest@acertrust.org.uk

To apply: please submit your application via MyNewTerm

The closing date is midday on Thursday 24th September 2026

Applications are considered as they are received, we reserve the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date.

Wood Green School and the Acer Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and preventing extremism; all staff must ensure that the highest priority is given to following the guidance and regulations to safeguard children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and obtain any other statutorily required clearance. Employment will also be conditional on the receipt of at least two acceptable references (one from current/last employer) and evidence of the formal qualifications required for the role. Wood Green School is an equal opportunities employer.