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Wellbeing HLTA - Full-time - Special Needs Position

Ripplevale Upper School, Deal

  • Ref:KCC886-6047-341S
  • Posted:26/06/2026
  • Pay:NJC 8-12 (£13.90-£14.82 per hour)
  • Start Date:1st September 2026
  • App Close Date:03/07/2026 at 12:00
  • Interviews:10th July 2026

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At Ripplevale School, we are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated and resilient Higher Level Teaching Assistant to provide Wellbeing support for students, through individual/group sessions and classroom support. You will provide support for students’ welfare and all aspects of their social, emotional and communication outcomes through a trauma informed lens,  to enhance their wellbeing and opportunity to achieve learning.

As a Wellbeing HLTA you will provide 1:1 and Small Group Support and work directly using  a trauma informed approach, evidence based programmes and strategies with individuals who need extra help with emotional regulation, focus, and social engagement.

If you are passionate about working with pupils with ASD, then this role is for you. The post is full time Monday to Friday 8.30 – 3.45, term time only, plus 70 inset hours which presently includes Tuesday early evening twilight sessions. 

We encourage visits to our schools, and would love for you to come and meet our wonderful children and staff and see us in action. Should you wish to take up this opportunity, please email Human Resources.

To join our highly collaborative and supportive team, please email hr@ripplevaleschool.co.uk to request an application pack. Applications are only accepted on a Ripplevale School application form. CVs on their own will be rejected.

Shortlisted candidates may be observed working with the children as part of the selection process.

Information about the School

Ripplevale School is an independent day special school for pupils aged from 6 to 18 years old who have an EHCP (Education Health Care Plan) with a diagnosis of ASD, often with associated conditions.

Ripplevale School is situated over two sites. Ripplevale Lower School is situated in Broadstairs, teaching a Primary provision and Ripplevale Upper School is based in the village of Ripple near Deal, with our Secondary and Post 16 provision.

We have a committed and dedicated team which includes teachers, teaching assistants, higher level teaching assistants, a range of therapists, administrative staff and support staff. All play a significant role in the education and development of each pupil and work to create a warm, informal, friendly atmosphere in which the pupils feel secure, safe and confident.

Safeguarding & Child Protection

Ripplevale School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to:

Have an Enhanced DBS Disclosure and the successful candidate, as per KCSIE, will also be subjected to have an online search undertaken, this is also considered for all shortlisted candidates.

Ensure you are aware of all Ripplevale School’s Safeguarding & Child Protection Policies.

Ensure you abide by those policies (names and points of contact for all relevant agencies can be found in the policies).

Participate in all Safeguarding & Child Protection training as required by the school.

Immediately report any incidents of a Safeguarding / Child Protection nature.

Be aware that failure by a member of staff to report actual or suspected physical, sexual or emotional abuse or neglect of a pupil is a disciplinary offence.

Please note: This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

 

Information about the school

Ripplevale School is an independent day SEN school for pupils aged from 6 to 18 years old who have an EHCP (Education Health Care Plan) with a diagnosis of ASD, often with associated conditions.

Ripplevale School is situated over two sites. Ripplevale Lower School is situated in Broadstairs, teaching a Primary provision and Ripplevale Upper School is based in the village of Ripple near Deal, for our Secondary and Post 16 provision.

We have a committed and dedicated team which includes teachers, teaching assistants, higher level teaching assistants, a range of therapists, administrative staff and support staff. All play a significant role in the education and development of each pupil and work to create a warm, informal, friendly atmosphere in which the pupils feel secure, safe and confident.

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Job Contact Information

  • Name:Jane Norris
  • Address:Chapel Lane, Ripple, Deal, Kent, CT14 8JG
  • Telephone: 01304 373866
  • Email: hr@ripplevaleschool.co.uk

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.