Higher Level Teaching Assistant
with SEMH Support
The Roundhill Academy
Permanent
37 hours per week, term time only plus inset (39 weeks)
Grade 8, Pts 15 to 18 (£24,482 to £26,556)
Start Date: ASAP
Application Close Date: 9am, Monday 15th December 2025
Provisional Interview Date: W/C Monday 15th December 2025
Are you passionate about making a real difference in young people’s lives?
Do you have the skills to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?
If so, we’d love to hear from you!
An exciting opportunity has arisen for someone to join Bradgate Education Partnership, working at The Roundhill Academy as a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant with SEMH Specialism. We require someone to work Monday to Friday for 37 hours per week on a permanent basis. We are seeking a calm, approachable, and student-focused Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our team. This is an exciting new role designed to support young people on an alternative curriculum pathway in Key Stage 3 and 4. You will work closely with our Alternative Curriculum and Intervention Lead to deliver bespoke interventions and one-to-one support where needed.
This is an excellent time to join Bradgate Education Partnership, working at The Roundhill Academy, as we continue to work collaboratively to deliver a high quality education and meaningful experiences to our children and young people. Everyone has a significant part to play and you can find out more about working for the Trust by taking a look at our Candidate Information Pack.
We are looking for a calm, approachable and student-focused individual who can work independently on their own or as part of a wider team.
The ideal candidate will:
• Be organised
• Be calm and approachable
• Have a flexible attitude
• Have good communication skills
In return we offer:
• Opportunities to work across the partnership, developing your skills and expertise
• The opportunity to collaborate with colleagues and share knowledge and resources
• Access to our professional networks and professional development programmes
• Access to our Bradgate Benefits package (see Candidate Information Pack).
Applications
Prior to applying for the post, we welcome candidates in making contact with us to either discuss the position or arrange a visit to the school
To apply for this position:
1. Visit our careers website and search for the vacancy
2. Apply using the online application form
3. Submit a supporting statement outlining the reasons why you are applying and your suitability for the position
We look forward to receiving your application!
ACCESSIBILITY…
If you do need any help with applying for this post, or need support with completing the application form, please make contact using the above contact details.
SAFEGUARDING…
Bradgate Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All employees and wider workforce are therefore expected to behave in such a way that supports this commitment. As part of the Trust’s shortlisting process, all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence. Appointment to this post will also be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.
INCLUSION…
At our Trust inclusion means everyone is welcome. Everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We value individuality and uniqueness and aim to create a sense of belonging.
We want an inclusive workplace that helps build the success of our pupils and reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.
The Roundhill Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.