Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Full-time

Are you an experienced and qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) who thrives on making a real difference? We are looking for a passionate and committed HLTA to join a friendly, specialist educational setting that supports learners aged 11–19 with moderate learning difficulties and additional needs.

About the Role:
You will play a vital role in supporting high-quality learning and helping all students to achieve their goals. Working alongside teachers and support staff, you will deliver planned learning activities across small groups and whole classes, and may be asked to lead lessons in the absence of the class teacher. Your work will contribute to students’ academic progress, independence, social development, confidence, and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver structured learning and intervention sessions to individuals and groups

• Provide cover across classes where needed, maintaining continuity of learning

• Support pupils with complex learning needs, including those with communication, social, and behavioural challenges

• Contribute to planning, assessment, and tracking of pupil progress

• Promote an inclusive environment where every learner feels safe, valued and respected

• Collaborate actively with teachers, therapists, and multi-disciplinary staff

Essential Requirements:

• HLTA qualification (required)

• Prior experience supporting learners with special educational needs

• Excellent communication and behaviour-management skills

• Ability to adapt teaching approaches to match pupils’ individual needs

• A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach

Desirable Attributes:

• Knowledge of strategies for supporting social communication, independence skills, and emotional regulation

• Confidence working as part of a multi-disciplinary team

What We Offer:

• A supportive and professionally rewarding environment

• Opportunities for ongoing training and development

• The chance to have a profound impact on students’ lives and future opportunities

This post is subject to enhanced safeguarding checks including an enhanced DBS.

How to Apply:
Please submit a CV and a covering letter explaining how your experience and skills meet the requirements of the role.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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