Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Heatherwood School

Nexus Multi Academy Trust; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational organization in Doncaster is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant for Heatherwood School. This role involves supporting pupils with learning difficulties, utilizing innovative teaching methods, and working collaboratively with the teaching team. The position offers a salary ranging from £28,598 to £32,597 and provides extensive professional development opportunities. Ideal candidates will possess relevant teaching qualifications and experience working in special education environments. Join us to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children.

Benefits

Wellbeing support resources

Pension scheme enrollment

Career development opportunities

Flexible working policies

Qualifications

• Experience working with special educational needs (SEN) children.
• Ability to foster a positive, inclusive learning environment.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with learning difficulties in their education.
• Collaborate with the teaching team to deliver quality education.
• Engage pupils through innovative teaching methods.

Skills

Motivational skills

Team collaboration

Innovative teaching methods

Education

Relevant teaching qualifications

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Heatherwood School

Join the Nexus team as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Heatherwood School

Position: Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Salary: Grade 7 NJC12 – NJC20 £28,598.00 - £32,597.00 35 hours Mon – Fri 8.30 am – 4.00 pm (minus 30 minutes each day for lunch) Term time only + 5 training days

Location:Heatherwood School, Leger Way, Doncaster, DN2 6HQ

Contract type: P permanent – Term Time + 5 additional days

Closing date:Midnight Sunday 11th January 2026

Interview date: Monday 19th January 2026

About our School

Heatherwood School is a vibrant learning community and part of Nexus Multi Academy Trust. It is a special day school for pupils aged 3-19 years with severe, profound and/or multiple learning difficulties.

Heatherwood School has an additional post 16 provision for pupils with moderate learning needs; and a small cohort are educated at, The Bridge, our offsite provision.

We seek to develop a better tomorrow for all learners, through a holistic blend of quality first teaching experiences; celebrating pupils’ strengths along a highly personalised learning journey.

We are committed to preparing our pupils for adulthood through the provision of outstanding levels of education and care, facilitating innovative opportunities and experiences to engage, and motivate, all pupils.

Heatherwood School is dedicated to multi-disciplinary team working, in partnership with parents and carers, to ensure all pupils develop appropriate skills for life and achieve their full potential. This is an opportunity to work with amazing children and young people and make a difference. You can help change perceptions and attitudes around special educational needs and neurodiversity. Become a child’s champion and make memories that will last.

About the Trust

This is an exciting opportunity to join an award winning Multi Academy Trust and be part of a welcoming and supportive team that serves amazing children and young people. Nexus Multi Academy Trust was founded in 2016, with 19 unique SEND and mainstream academies.

We are a growing, forward thinking and innovative Trust with a shared ethos, vision and values for a personalised child centred approach. We are committed and invested in “Learning together, to be the best we can be” and it is as relatable to every employee and partner of our Trust as it is to our children, young adults and their families.

We are seeking to appoint a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to work across school supporting our pupils. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated and innovative person dedicated to ensuring the best outcomes for our pupils. You will work as part of a team facilitating innovative opportunities, outstanding levels of care and inspiring experiences to engage and motivate our children and young people.

What you can expect from us

Wellbeing – Pay – Careers and Training – and Flexibility

Access to free wellbeing support resources including counselling, medical and legal advice and an option to top up to private healthcare via corporate membership of a healthcare plan.

Access to discount schemes for savings with high street retailers, restaurants, activities and lifestyle services

Auto enrolment into a leading pension scheme with the Local Government Pension Scheme

Access to extensive and tailored career pathways, CPD programmes, training and coaching giving you the opportunity to grow and develop your career

An induction package to help you settle in and approach your role with confidence and enthusiasm

The ability to contribute to and share quality practice with other professional LSAs, Teachers and the wider team

Internal opportunities across the Trust academies and to work with specialised leaders in education on nationally recognised projects

Flexible working policies

Cycle to Work Scheme

To apply

If you're interested in this role and wish to apply, please visit the Nexus MAT website to download an application form. You'll find it under the Joining Us – Careers section, where the position is listed

All candidates are advised to refer to the job profile before making an application.

In line with safer recruitment practices and Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), curriculum vitae (CV’s) will only be accepted alongside a full application form

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Further information

For an informal and confidential conversation about the role, please contact Lynsey Proctor, Headteacher by telephoning 01302 322044. Please note however, that school will be closed for the Christmas holidays from Monday 20 th December 2025 to Monday 5 th January 2026

Nexus Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

This post involves working with children and young people. If successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at an enhanced level and a barred list check. Further information about the Disclosure and Barring Service and can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check .

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce.