High Level Teaching Assistant OverviewWe are looking for a higher level teaching assistant who has high expectations and lots of energy! You need to enjoy working with children with special educational needs, be resilient and able to positively support our amazing pupils. Personal attributesLuminous Oak is a brand-new special free school dedicated to transforming the lives of children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.Opening in September 2026 with 40 pupils in Years 5 to 8, Luminous Oak will grow over three years to be a state-of-the-art, 125-place academy for pupils in Years 4 to 11, based in the heart of the Boorley Gardens development in Eastleigh.Named by pupils within our Trust, Luminous Oak represents strength, growth, and resilience, reflecting our commitment to empowering children and young people to thrive.The school's cutting-edge facilities will include: 15 classrooms and specialist practical learning spaces Therapy and intervention areas tailored to SEMH support A fitness suite to promote well-being and self-regulation Extensive outdoor spaces, including sensory courtyard and a multi-use games areaWe are looking for a higher level teaching assistant who has high expectations and lots of energy! You need to enjoy working with children with special educational needs, be resilient and able to positively support our amazing pupils. We offer you the opportunity to bring your enthusiasm and skills to Luminous Oak, to ensure our pupils achieve their very best.Our Relational Culture Charter guides us to work together and support each other through: Valuing Difference Effective Communication High Challenge & High Support to Empower Respect for All Solution-Focused ApproachesWe believe that when relationships thrive, people thrive - and so do the children and young people we serve. Salary & Benefits Band 6 + SEN Allowance Annual FTE salary £29,171 - £33,121 By joining the Luminous Oak Academy team, we offer you: Excellent staff induction with a commitment to high quality professional development aligned in relation leadership and HR excellence A culture rooted in relational practice, belonging, and wellbeing A workplace where your values, voice, and contribution truly matter Local Government Pension Scheme with the option of a 50/50 contribution to build over time Competitive employer pension contribution Life Insurance - 3 times annual salary (for members of the pension scheme) Confidential Counselling & Wellbeing Support Service SEN Allowance, which increases after 3 and 5 years of service CPD opportunities to support Career development Free onsite parking Employee Referral Scheme Salary Extras Employee Benefits PlatformThe hours for this role are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 08:00am to 4pm, Wednesday 08:00am to 4pm and until 4:30pm fortnightly, and Friday 08:00am to 3:15pm LocationSolent Academies TrustFlycatcher RoadBoorley GreenHamphireSO32 2FG Supporting documents General application form SAT 2024 LOA HLTA JD 2026 Deadline and how to applyPlease complete a Solent Academies Trust application form.For any questions or to submit your application, please email our HR team note we will only accept applications completed on our Solent Academies Trust form.Closing date is for applications is Friday 12th June 2026, 9amInterviews will be held week beginning 22nd June 2026Please note, candidates may be invited to attend a 5-minute pre-screening interview via Teams on Equal opportunities Solent Academies Trust welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion. Only applications submitted on the academy's application form will be accepted Solent Academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks. reference: LOA - HLTA
