Team Leader (Higher Level Teaching and Learning Assistant)

Are you ready to make a whole-school impact in the lives of young people?

At Holly House School, we believe every child deserves the chance to thrive. We’re seeking a creative, compassionate Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Behaviour Support) with a passion for trauma-informed and attachment-aware practice to join our dedicated team.

Why Holly House?

Holly House is a Local Authority Residential Special School for children aged 7–14 with SEMH needs. Our supportive community values every child. We're expanding and need someone to lead inclusive behaviour support, helping shape our school and pupils' futures. Join a team that encourages achievement and supports one another.

What We Offer:

We foster creativity and compassion in a safe environment guided by the Thrive Approach. Continuous training, mentoring, and opportunities for growth support your professional development in SEND, leadership, and pedagogy. Our values-driven culture centres on respect and positive relationships, helping every pupil become a confident learner and contribute to their community.

Who We’re Looking For:

• An experienced HLTA or equivalent, committed to high standards in the classroom and beyond.
• A team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to mentor and develop others.
• An individual who is ambitious about their own growth and passionate about supporting pupils with SEMH needs.
• Someone who shares our values of respect, inclusion, and positive behaviour support, and is ready to lead on whole-school behaviour practice.

Your Impact:

• You’ll lead and model best practice in positive behaviour support, attachment, and trauma-informed approaches.
• You’ll mentor and coach staff, helping to develop skills and confidence across the team.
• You’ll be a role model, inspiring confidence and resilience in our young people.
• You’ll be part of a team that’s making a genuine difference, every single day.

Ready to join us?

If you’re inspired by our vision and want to be part of a school where your work truly matters, we’d love to hear from you.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit prior to application, please call 01246 450530 to make an appointment

Provisional Interview Date: 27 November 2025

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.