Higher Level Teaching Assistant – SEMH Focus
Are you passionate about supporting young people with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs and autism spectrum conditions (ASC)?
Do you have the experience, confidence, and creativity to help pupils thrive in a specialist setting? A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a secondary school in Devizes, starting in September 2025, with the potential for an earlier start.
Empower Students in a Supportive Specialist Setting
This specialist school offers a structured, nurturing environment for pupils aged 7 to 16 with complex SEMH needs and ASC.
Staff are highly valued for their dedication and commitment to building strong, trusting relationships with pupils, many of whom have faced previous challenges in mainstream education.
The school focuses on holistic development—academic, emotional, and social—with a strong emphasis on individual learning pathways.
Working here means you’ll be part of a community that believes in the power of patience, understanding, and consistent support. You will play a key role in shaping young lives and helping learners rediscover their confidence, often for the first time.
Your Role
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Full-time position, Monday to Friday
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Hours: 8.30am to 3.30pm (with minor variation depending on the weekday)
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Deliver and support small group and one-to-one learning activities under teacher guidance
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Provide emotional and behavioural support tailored to the needs of each student
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Assist in planning and delivering creative, differentiated lessons
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Support students with autism and SEMH both in and out of the classroom
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Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and external agencies
Why Work with Teaching Personnel?
Teaching Personnel offers outstanding support for professionals in education:
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Hourly pay to ensure fair and transparent compensation for your work
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Weekly pay through our PAYE system
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Your own personal consultant for ongoing support and guidance
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Access to free and discounted CPD, including behaviour management and autism training
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Opportunities for career progression, including routes into teaching
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Be part of our inclusive educator community, with roles to match your interests and strengths
Apply Today
If you’re an experienced HLTA or a confident support professional ready for a new challenge in a rewarding specialist setting, we would love to hear from you.
Please note: this vacancy may close early if filled before the advertised deadline. Apply soon to avoid disappointment and take the next step in your SEN education career.
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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