SEN Higher Level Teaching Assistant

SEN Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Manchester
Full-Time | Term Time Only | Teaching Personnel

Ready to Take the Next Step in Your SEN Career?

Teaching Personnel is recruiting an experienced and enthusiastic SEN Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to work within specialist educational provisions across Manchester.

You will play a vital role in supporting pupils with a range of additional needs including Autism (ASC), Complex Learning Difficulties, ADHD, Speech & Language Needs, Sensory Processing Difficulties, Physical Disabilities, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious education professional looking to take on greater responsibility while helping pupils achieve success both academically and personally.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver planned lessons and learning activities across a range of subjects.
• Lead interventions and targeted support programmes.
• Provide cover for class teachers when required.
• Support the development and implementation of EHCP targets.
• Mentor and guide Teaching Assistants within the classroom.
• Adapt learning resources to meet individual pupil needs.
• Monitor, record, and report on student progress.
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement across the school.

Requirements

• HLTA qualification or significant classroom experience in a similar role.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN.
• Strong understanding of differentiated learning strategies.
• Confidence leading groups and whole-class sessions.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Access to specialist training and development opportunities.
• A dedicated consultant to support your career goals.
• Long-term opportunities with potential routes into permanent employment.
• The chance to make a significant impact within specialist education.

If you're an experienced SEN professional ready to step into a leadership-focused support role, apply today and take your career to the next level.

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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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