Job Description

HLTA / SEMH Specialist - Alternative Provision

Location: Leyland, Lancashire

Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: £117.25 - £144.60 Per day (PAYE)

Sector: Education / SEND / Alternative Provision

Are you a resilient educator who excels in non-mainstream settings?

We are seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) or a dedicated Level 3 Teaching Assistant with a strong SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) background to support our Key Stage 4 (KS4) pupils in Leyland.

This role is ideal for an educator who understands that behaviour is communication and thrives in a high-impact, trauma-informed environment.

The Role

Working primarily with Year 10 and Year 11 students who have EHCPs, you will deliver tailored interventions designed to bridge the gap between academic progress and emotional wellbeing.

Lead: Deliver small group sessions (maximum 5 pupils) and intensive 1:1 support.
Support: Utilise ELSA (Emotional Literacy Support Assistant) strategies to manage anxiety, de-escalate conflict, and build essential social skills.
Impact: Empower vulnerable learners to overcome barriers and achieve their Functional Skills or GCSE goals.

Key Requirements

To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate:

HLTA Status: Or equivalent Level 4 experience/degree-qualified.
SEMH Expertise: Proven experience supporting pupils with complex behaviours, ADHD, ASD, or trauma.
ELSA Training: Highly desirable (or a willingness to undergo training).
Commutable: Based in or able to commute easily to Leyland.

Why Choose This Provision?

Unlike mainstream environments, our Leyland-based Alternative Provision offers a smaller, more focused setting where you can see the direct results of your support. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team committed to student rehabilitation and success.