Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Summary:

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) role with a focus on supporting students with special educational needs.

About the School:

A school committed to providing a child-centred, trauma-informed environment where students feel safe, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential.

The Opportunity:

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students with special educational needs and disabilities to thrive academically and emotionally. This is a dynamic, relationship-focused role that requires calm leadership, strong communication skills, and a passion for making a difference in the lives of young people.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support pupils in class to improve engagement, behaviour, and progress
• Deliver learning activities and interventions aligned with teacher planning
• Lead whole-class learning sessions when required
• Run a half-termly supervision group to support the wider TA team
• Follow safeguarding procedures, school policies, and the staff code of conduct
• Promote positive behaviour and build strong, trusting relationships with students
• Collaborate with teachers and colleagues to ensure consistent and effective support
• Participate in professional development and reflective practice sessions

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience supporting children or young people with complex needs, including SEND and social and emotional needs
• A relevant qualification at Level 3 or Level 5
• Confidence leading learning, supporting engagement and behaviour, and working calmly under pressure
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusted relationships with pupils and colleagues

Preferred

• Experience in trauma-informed practice or working with students with autism (ASD)
• Experience in delivering structured learning interventions
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and child protection policies
• Experience in a school or educational setting with a focus on special needs

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Full health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous holiday allowance, including 10 INSET days and CPD time
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and further qualifications
• Access to a wide range of employee benefits, including life insurance, health cash plan, and company pension scheme
• Free holiday accommodation, discounts, and employee recognition programs