Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – SEN Provision

About the role

We are looking for a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support a new SEN provision within a faith‑based school. The role focuses on four Year 7 pupils with significant learning or emotional needs, helping them thrive both in the dedicated provision and mainstream classes.

Key responsibilities

• Provide one‑to‑one and small‑group support to four Year 7 students.
• Assist students in mainstream lessons to promote inclusion.
• Encourage independence and confidence in the school environment.
• Maintain a professional appearance in line with the school’s dress code.

Required profile

• Experience working with children who have special educational needs.
• Ability to adapt support to individual student requirements.
• Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration with staff and students.
• Commitment to the school’s faith‑based ethos without challenging its values.

Required skills

• Knowledge of SEN strategies and interventions.
• Effective communication and relationship‑building abilities.

What we offer

• Annual salary £27,800 – £30,000 (Scale 4‑5).
• 30‑hour work week, 8 am‑4 pm onsite.
• Temporary to permanent contract (12‑week fixed‑term leading to permanent).
• Supportive, values‑driven school community.