Higher Level Teaching Assistant and Additional Needs Coordinator

Employer: Herschel Grammar School

Location: Slough, South East

Salary: £26,719 - £28,900

Job type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Sector: Education & Training

Job Description

Herschel Grammar School is a mixed, selective school graded ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted. We are seeking an enthusiastic, hardworking and flexible HLTA to coordinate aspects of our SEND provision and support an existing EHCP pupil with visual impairment in Year 10. TA’s also support the wider SEND cohort. The post holder will be responsible for coordinating and providing support to SEND pupils inside and outside the classroom and will work within our small but dynamic SEND team. The appointment will be subject to a clear DBS search. In return we can offer you a competitive salary and a friendly and supportive working environment. You have the option to join the Local Government Pension Scheme in which the employee pays 5.8% and the employer contributes a further 20.6%. Information on this post and an application form (CVs will not be considered) can be downloaded on www.herschel.slough.sch.uk and e-mailed to hpa@herschel.slough.sch.uk The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. NOR 1088 including 320 in sixth form. Closing date for applications: Monday 19 October 2026 We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date for an exceptional candidate.

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