HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant)

A specialist primary setting is seeking a dedicated and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with additional needs and play a key role in delivering high-quality learning and intervention support across the school.

The Role

• Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
• Supporting teaching and learning across the school
• Delivering planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher
• Leading small-group and 1:1 interventions
• Supporting pupils with additional learning, social and emotional needs
• Working closely with teachers, support staff and external professionals
• Helping to create a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment
• Monitoring and recording pupil progress

The Ideal Candidate

• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience
• Previous experience working within a primary school setting
• Strong behaviour management skills
• Confident delivering learning activities independently
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Patient, resilient and adaptable approach
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND, SEMH or additional needs would be highly beneficial

The School

This is a specialist primary setting catering for children aged 4-11 with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs and MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties). The school provides a highly supportive environment where pupils receive personalised learning and pastoral support to help them achieve their full potential.

The school is committed to inclusion, pupil wellbeing and creating positive outcomes for every child, making it an excellent environment for an experienced HLTA looking to make a meaningful impact.

If you are an enthusiastic and committed HLTA looking for your next opportunity within a specialist setting, we would love to hear from you.

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