Inspire Young Minds. Shape Futures.

Teaching Assistant & HLTA Recruitment Event - 2nd July 2026

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve their potential?

Compass Community is hosting a Teaching Assistant and Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Recruitment Event, and we're looking to meet dedicated, enthusiastic and caring individuals who want to make a real difference in education.
Whether you already work within a school environment or have transferable skills from another role, we'd love to meet you.
At Compass Community, we put children first through our therapeutic, innovative approach. Integrity, Courage and Care shape how we work. We listen deeply, challenge each other and fix what needs fixing, together.
This is the work. And we'd like you to be part of it.
What to Expect
By attending our recruitment event, you'll have the opportunity to:

Meet School Leaders and Recruitment Team members
Learn more about Compass Community and our specialist education provision
Discover what it's like to work within a Compass Community school
Explore current Teaching Assistant and HLTA opportunities
Learn about training, development and career progression pathways
Ask questions about the roles and recruitment process
Take part in an informal recruitment discussion

Who Are We Looking For?
We're keen to speak with people who:

Have experience as a Teaching Assistant, HLTA, Learning Support Assistant or within Education
Have experience supporting children and young people with additional needs
Are passionate about helping pupils achieve positive outcomes
Can build positive and trusting relationships with young people
Have strong communication and teamwork skills
Are resilient, adaptable and committed to making a difference

We also welcome applications from individuals with transferable skills from youth work, care, sports coaching, mentoring or other child-focused environments.
Why Join Compass Community?
Our schools provide specialist education for children and young people with a range of needs, helping them to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
We offer:

Competitive salaries
Comprehensive induction and training
Ongoing professional development opportunities
Career progression pathways
Employee benefits package
Supportive and experienced leadership teams
The opportunity to make a lasting difference every day

How to Register
To register your interest, please complete the application form.
Once your application has been reviewed, a member of our Recruitment Team will contact you with full event details, including the venue location, and answer any questions you may have about the opportunities available.
Spaces are limited and registration is required prior to attendance.
Inspire Young Minds. Shape Futures.
Join Compass Community and help children and young people achieve more than they ever thought possible.

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