Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Higher Level Teaching Assistant Salary: £29,064 - £31,537

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours/working pattern: 37 per week

• Salary: £29,064 - £31,537

Grade: G

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 37 per week

Location - Scarborough, North Yorkshire

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with additional needs? We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional to join the Personalised Learning College (PLC) and play a key role in shaping the future of post-16 learners with High Needs.

About Personalised Learning College

PLC is a county-wide, person-centred programme supporting young people aged 16+ with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). We offer a vibrant and inclusive learning environment that empowers learners to follow personalised pathways toward independence, employment, and community participation.

Our learners engage in meaningful activities within their local communities, develop essential life skills, and build confidence through tailored support and opportunities.

Our Three Core Pathways:

• Personal Progress - Focuses on independence, communication, and self-confidence.
• Towards Independence - Builds functional skills, personal safety awareness, and community engagement.
• Towards Employment - Prepares learners for the workplace through accredited qualifications and work experience, often leading to Supported Internships.

The Role

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide excellent one to one and group supervision support strategies.
• Lead good quality sessions under the direction of the teacher.
• Direct and support the role of Advanced and General Teaching Assistants
• Provide evidence of learner progress and achievement, ensuring the learner's voice is central.
• Champion person-centred learning and ensure learners are supported to achieve their goals.
• Safeguard and risk assess our vulnerable young people.
• Undertake personal and intimate care.
• Deal with medical needs of learners and the administration of medication.

What We are Looking For

We're seeking someone who is:

• Committed to inclusive education and learner empowerment.
• A good communicator who can deal with challenging situations.
• Skilled and experienced in supporting young people with SEND.
• Organised, proactive, caring and passionate about personalised learning.
• Resilient and can work in a high pressured and sometimes challenging environment
• Experienced in the use of sensory methods to ensure learners can access the curriculum

At PLC, you will be part of a vibrant, supportive team making a real impact. You will help young people access local learning opportunities that lead to community participation, independent living, and employment. The most recent inspection report can be found by following this link North Yorkshire Council - Open - Find an Inspection Report - Ofsted

For further information about the role please contact Carl Sellars at carl.sellars@northyorks.gov.uk

Using AI? Please follow our guidance to ensure your application reflects your own knowledge and experience: Advice on your job application | North Yorkshire Council

Key dates

Closing Date: 30th August 2026

Interview date: 3rd September 2026 (Northallerton)

Key documents

Job Description

Total rewards

Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post.

NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies. 

We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Salary: £29,064 - £31,537

Grade: G

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 37 per week

Location - Scarborough, North Yorkshire

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with additional needs? We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional to join the Personalised Learning College (PLC) and play a key role in shaping the future of post-16 learners with High Needs.

About Personalised Learning College

PLC is a county-wide, person-centred programme supporting young people aged 16+ with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). We offer a vibrant and inclusive learning environment that empowers learners to follow personalised pathways toward independence, employment, and community participation.

Our learners engage in meaningful activities within their local communities, develop essential life skills, and build confidence through tailored support and opportunities.

Our Three Core Pathways:

• Personal Progress - Focuses on independence, communication, and self-confidence.
• Towards Independence - Builds functional skills, personal safety awareness, and community engagement.
• Towards Employment - Prepares learners for the workplace through accredited qualifications and work experience, often leading to Supported Internships.

The Role

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide excellent one to one and group supervision support strategies.
• Lead good quality sessions under the direction of the teacher.
• Direct and support the role of Advanced and General Teaching Assistants
• Provide evidence of learner progress and achievement, ensuring the learner's voice is central.
• Champion person-centred learning and ensure learners are supported to achieve their goals.
• Safeguard and risk assess our vulnerable young people.
• Undertake personal and intimate care.
• Deal with medical needs of learners and the administration of medication.

What We are Looking For

We're seeking someone who is:

• Committed to inclusive education and learner empowerment.
• A good communicator who can deal with challenging situations.
• Skilled and experienced in supporting young people with SEND.
• Organised, proactive, caring and passionate about personalised learning.
• Resilient and can work in a high pressured and sometimes challenging environment
• Experienced in the use of sensory methods to ensure learners can access the curriculum

At PLC, you will be part of a vibrant, supportive team making a real impact. You will help young people access local learning opportunities that lead to community participation, independent living, and employment. The most recent inspection report can be found by following this link North Yorkshire Council - Open - Find an Inspection Report - Ofsted

For further information about the role please contact Carl Sellars at carl.sellars@northyorks.gov.uk

Using AI? Please follow our guidance to ensure your application reflects your own knowledge and experience: Advice on your job application | North Yorkshire Council

Key dates

Closing Date: 30th August 2026

Interview date: 3rd September 2026 (Northallerton)

Key documents

Job Description

Total rewards

Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post.

NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.

We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Salary: £29,064 - £31,537 per annum

Posted: 14/08/2026

Closing date: 30/08/2026

Closing time: 23:59

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