Access to Education HLTA (term time only) (pay award pending)
Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
We are looking for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our Access to Education Team, supporting children and young people who are unable to attend school due to medical needs, mental health difficulties or other exceptional circumstances. Delivering tailored educational support, promoting engagement and wellbeing and helping pupils reintegrate into education will be the main focus.
This is a full-time, term-time only role based at Braccan Walk Youth Centre in Bracknell. You will be expected to attend the office five days per week, subject to the classroom timetable.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance.
About you...
As an Access to Education HLTA you will be an organised, flexible and skilled practitioner with experience of supporting children and young people.
You will demonstrate confidence in supporting and delivering learning, whilst building positive relationships with families and professionals. You will maintain accurate records, champion safeguarding and inclusion and strive to achieve the best possible outcomes for every pupil.About the team...
The Access to Education Team is based at Braccan Walk Youth Centre, Bracknell. We work collaboratively with schools, families, health professionals and other agencies to support pupils who are unable to attend school. We are a supportive, pupil-centred team committed to inclusion, safeguarding and helping young people access education in ways that meet their individual needs.
Key responsibilities...
- Plan, prepare and deliver tailored tuition, including 1:1, remote and blended learning support.
- Assess pupils’ starting points, monitor progress, maintain records and report on attendance, engagement and wellbeing.
- Liaise with schools, families, health professionals and partner agencies to support continuity of learning and reintegration.
- Support Access to Education service administration, including referrals, Section 19 processes, meetings and inbox enquiries.
- Coordinate AV1 robot use, including setup, delivery, troubleshooting, training and practical support for schools, pupils and families.
Our benefits...
- Paid employee volunteering scheme.
- Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.
- Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)
- Career development through internal and external training opportunities.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing
- Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.
Find out more about all our benefits or see the candidate pack.
Our values...
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.
Reasonable adjustments...
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk. We will work with you to support you throughout the process. Find out more about reasonable adjustments.
Disability confident and inclusive recruitment...
Bracknell Forest Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and an inclusive employer. This means that if you tell us on your application form that you have a disability, are an armed forces veteran or are a care leaver, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria outlined in the person specification.
Interview date
Interviews will be held week commecning 7th September 2026.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
Want to ask us a question?
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Katy Daly, Access to Education Manager.
Tel.: 01344 464719
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
This role is not eligible for a sponsored work visa as it does not meet current Home Office sponsorship criteria. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.
No agencies please.
Salary range
- £26,364 - £30,984 per year