Job Description

Full-Time Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant ready to take the next step in your career? We are working with a specialist education setting seeking a confident and committed Full-Time HLTA to support students with complex additional needs.

About the Role:
As a HLTA, you will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across the school. You will work closely with teachers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, tailored support to students with a range of needs, while also taking the lead in delivering lessons and interventions when required.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead small group sessions and deliver pre-planned lessons in the absence of a teacher
  • Support students with complex needs including ASD, PMLD, and medical requirements
  • Provide personal care and physical support where necessary
  • Assist in specialist settings such as sensory rooms and hydrotherapy environments
  • Contribute to planning, assessment, and tracking of student progress
  • Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff

Ideal Candidate:

  • HLTA qualification or significant experience at HLTA level
  • Strong background supporting children or young people with SEN, particularly complex needs
  • Confident leading learning activities and managing small groups
  • Comfortable supporting personal care needs
  • Patient, adaptable, and proactive approach

What's on Offer:

  • A supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Opportunities for ongoing professional development
  • The chance to take on a leading role in supporting students with additional needs

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled HLTA looking to make a real impact in a specialist setting.

Apply now or get in touch to find out more.