HLTA KS1

HLTA -KS1

Apply by: 3rd July 2026

Start Date: 0ctober 2026

Scale-6, Point 18

Starting Actual Salary: £29,922

Hours: 35 hours per week, to be worked from Monday to Friday between 8.30am-4.00pm.

Location: Pathways School, New Road, Dagenham, RM9 6PH

Contract type: Permanent/ Full-time

Pathways School is a specialist Social, Emotional and Mental Health school from Years 1 to 11. Pupils receive a sector leading education with access to the full national curriculum made accessible through the delivery of specialist adaptations. If you have an interest in learning how to lead and deliver an adapted and inclusive physical education and sports programme for pupils with SEMH needs. , then we’d be interested in your application.

This role is based at Pathways School, New Road, Dagenham, RM9 6PH

Main purpose

• The HLTA role will involve leading the teaching and learning for whole classes in the absence of the class teacher and for specific group and individual interventions. The successful candidate will be responsible for the planning of learning opportunities and tasks when needed, including the marking and assessment of pupils’ learning for KS1.

• The HLTA will be expected to lead on aspects of the wider support worker team.

We would like to hear from you if

• You have good numeracy, literacy, and ICT skills (GCSE Level 4 or equivalent in English and Maths is desirable)

• Has at least 3 years’ experience in SEND/SEMH school setting.

• Has experience of successfully leading group and individual programmes and interventions that impact on pupil learning.

• You have the ability to work with a range of children and young people with additional and complex needs

• Has a good knowledge of the primary curriculums.

• You are a team player who can build good working relationships with colleagues.You are flexible, enthusiastic, and resilient, with a good sense of humour

• You are committed to ongoing personal development.

• You have high aspirations in teaching and learning for all children and young people.

This is an opportunity to contribute to a Trust that is deliberate about how it improves practice and outcomes.

Compass Eko Trust is a family of 28 schools working as one system to improve outcomes for every child. We are united by a clear commitment: every child achieving, without exception.

Through a knowledge-rich curriculum, strong professional collaboration and a shared commitment to excellence, we support our schools to deliver high-quality education in their communities.

Our schools sit at the heart of everything we do. The Trust exists to bring clarity, consistency and support so leaders can focus on what matters most - teaching and learning.

Are you an enthusiastic and resilient leader, with the initiative and commitment necessary to ensure good practice is embedded throughout our school? Do you have the ability to think and plan strategically to promote the school’s and Trust’s vision, ethos and values? If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.

As part of our Trust, you will be part of a professional community where:

Schools work together, sharing expertise and improving practice

Staff benefit from strong professional networks and collaboration across schools

Development is supported through coaching, CPD and leadership pathways

You are not working in isolation - you are part of a wider system

Our offer:

Competitive pay and conditions aligned to national frameworks

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) or Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS)

Access to a structured programme of professional development

Opportunities to work across schools and develop your career

Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 confidential support

Access to staff benefits and discount schemes

Family-friendly policies and flexible working options where possible

Visits are welcomed. Please contact pathwaysinfo@ekotrust.org.uk to arrange this or for any further information.

To apply, please visit ‘My new term’ https://mynewterm.com/jobs/147189/EDV-2026-PS-21413

Compass Eko Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Closing date for applications: 03rd July 2026.