About Us
About Thomas Bennett Community College
Thomas Bennett Community College is a welcoming and ambitious 11–18 secondary school at the heart of the Crawley community, serving families across the town and the wider West Sussex area. As part of The Kemnal Academies Trust, the school combines a strong community ethos with the advantages of a wider network of collaboration and support. With more than 1,200 students, including a thriving sixth form, it provides an inclusive and supportive environment where young people are encouraged to achieve their full potential. The school is committed to delivering a high-quality education through a broad and engaging curriculum across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, supported by modern facilities and dedicated colleagues.
About The Kemnal Academies Trust
The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT), one of the largest and most established multi-academy trusts in the country. As part of The Kemnal Academies Trust, colleagues benefit from access to a wide network of professional support, collaboration, and development opportunities across a family of schools committed to excellence in education. The Trust is dedicated to investing in its people, providing high-quality training, career progression opportunities, and a strong culture of teamwork and innovation. Joining The Kemnal Academies Trust means becoming part of a forward-thinking organisation that values inclusion, ambition, and continuous improvement, where staff are empowered to make a real difference to the lives of young people
Job Details
Salary: FTE (Full-time equivalent) £32,597 + Fringe £729
Actual Salary: (Pro-Rata) 27,670.87 + Fringe £618.83
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time 37 Hours Per Week
Location: Thomas Bennett Community College, Crawley, West Sussex
Interviews: 17/07/2026
What You Need to Succeed
The Role of the HLTA:
The main purpose of this role is to bridge the gap between mainstream education and the specialised SEND provision located in our BASE SSC - a specialist support centre for 19 students with a diagnosis of autism. This role is vital in overseeing the provision and ensuring students can access a mainstream setting.
This role will also involve working collaboratively with the SENCO, teachers and the SEND team to coordinate and develop the whole school approach to supporting ASC at TBCC. You will promote academic independence, subject-specific adaptation, and preparation for adulthood.
What We’re Looking For
- Significant experience working as a TA within a UK secondary school setting.
- Experience of leading whole classes or large groups independently.
- Experience working with students with SEND (e.g., Autism, ADHD, SEMH).
- HLTA Status (or a recognized equivalent Level 4 qualification).
- GCSE Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
Further Information
Thomas Bennett Community College and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.
How to Apply
To apply for this role please download the job description and click here to complete an application on our careers portal.
Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to contact us.
NOTE TO CANDIDATES - Please do not select the ‘Apply online’ button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site.
The reference number for this role is SCHO02811.
Job Reference: SCHO02811
