High Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Shepton Mallet, Somerset | Part-Time Supply Work | September 2026 Start | £14.25 Per Hour

Use Your Expertise Where It Matters Most

Teaching Personnel is recruiting experienced High Level Teaching Assistants to support a range of specialist SEND provisions in and around Shepton Mallet on a flexible supply basis.

This opportunity is designed for skilled education professionals who enjoy the variety of supply work whilst maintaining a meaningful role in supporting children and young people with additional needs. Whether you're looking to complement existing commitments or seeking flexible employment within specialist education, this position offers the chance to make a genuine impact.

We partner with a number of SEND and SEMH settings across the area, meaning successful candidates can access a variety of placements supporting learners with autism, learning difficulties, communication needs, social and emotional challenges, sensory needs and complex educational profiles.

For further details about available opportunities, call 01202 558848 and ask for Himaya!

As these are ad-hoc supply assignments, we are specifically looking for experienced individuals who can hit the ground running, adapt quickly to new environments and confidently support both pupils and staff from the moment they arrive.

The Opportunity

As a High Level Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting learning, promoting positive outcomes and helping maintain continuity across specialist educational provisions.

• Leading learning activities and intervention sessions
• Delivering pre-planned lessons when required
• Supporting pupils with additional needs to access learning
• Working closely with teaching staff and senior leaders
• Encouraging independence and resilience
• Supporting EHCP targets and personalised learning goals
• Assisting with behaviour support strategies
• Providing feedback on pupil progress and engagement
• Supporting small groups and individual learners
• Contributing to positive, inclusive learning environments

This role offers an excellent opportunity to utilise your experience while enjoying the flexibility that supply work provides.

What We're Looking For

To be successful, applicants should demonstrate:

• Previous experience working as a HLTA, Teaching Assistant or within a specialist education setting
• A minimum of 6 months' relevant experience supporting children or young people
• Confidence leading learning activities independently
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• The ability to adapt to different educational environments
• A proactive and professional approach
• Commitment to supporting learners with additional needs

Experience within SEND, SEMH, alternative provisions, specialist schools or care environments would be highly advantageous.

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

Working through Teaching Personnel provides access to a range of benefits, including:

• £14.25 per hour
• Flexible part-time supply work
• Access to multiple SEND and SEMH provisions
• Weekly pay
• Free CPD and specialist SEND training
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Pension contributions
• Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent positions
• Access to one of the UK's largest education recruitment networks

Ready to Join Our Specialist Supply Team?

If you're an experienced education professional looking for flexible work across a variety of specialist settings, we'd love to hear from you.

These opportunities are available from September 2026, with the potential for earlier starts where required.

Whether you're looking to broaden your experience, maintain flexibility or continue making a difference within specialist education, this could be the perfect next step.

Apply now or call 01202 558848 and ask for Himaya for a confidential discussion about current vacancies, availability and the settings best suited to your experience.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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