Higher Level Teaching Assistants for SEN Schools

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – SEN Secondary

Salford
Full-Time | Immediate & September Starts Available
Teaching Personnel

Are you a passionate Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Teaching Personnel is excited to offer a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, highly supportive secondary SEN provision based in the Salford area.

This is a rewarding role within a specialist setting that supports pupils aged 11–19 with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Complex Needs, Speech & Language Difficulties, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges. The school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment, with a strong emphasis on personal development, life skills and positive behaviour support.

The Role

As a HLTA, you will play a vital role in supporting teaching and learning across the school. This is a dynamic and hands-on position, ideal for someone who is confident, proactive, and committed to supporting pupils with additional needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver planned lessons and interventions across a range of subjects
• Provide targeted 1:1 and small group support for students with SEN
• Support pupils with EHCPs (Education, Health and Care Plans)
• Promote positive behaviour management strategies and emotional regulation
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and support staff
• Adapt learning materials to meet individual learning needs and abilities
• Encourage independence, confidence and social development
• Assist with tracking pupil progress and reporting outcomes
• Support classroom organisation and maintain a safe, structured environment

✅ Requirements:

• Proven experience working with children or young people with SEN (essential)
• HLTA status or equivalent experience in a similar role
• Strong understanding of Autism, SEMH, MLD, and complex needs
• Confident in leading learning activities and managing a classroom
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Resilient, patient and compassionate approach
• Ability to build positive relationships and engage hard-to-reach learners
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

Why Join Through Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily pay rates
• Flexible start dates – Immediate & September roles available
• Ongoing CPD and SEN-focused training opportunities
• Support from a dedicated, experienced consultant
• Access to a wide range of SEN school settings across Greater Manchester

Why This Role?

This role offers a truly fulfilling opportunity to support students who require specialist education and pastoral care. The school prides itself on creating a safe, structured and caring environment where every pupil is encouraged to achieve their full potential—academically, socially and emotionally.

If you’re an experienced HLTA, SEN Teaching Assistant, or education professional ready to take the next step in a specialist secondary setting, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today with Teaching Personnel and start your journey in making a lasting difference in SEN education.

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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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