SEND HLTA

SEND Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Location: West London Contract: Full-time, Permanent Start Date: September 2025 Salary: £23,703 - £28,252 (actual) Positions Available: Multiple

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a specialist education setting supporting children and young people with additional needs. The school is dedicated to ensuring every pupil can reach their full potential, regardless of their starting point, within a nurturing and inclusive environment.

You will work as part of a skilled and supportive team, delivering tailored learning activities and supporting students with a range of needs, including autism and complex learning difficulties.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver learning activities and lessons under the guidance of a qualified teacher

Support pupils with special educational needs, including communication and sensory needs

Implement strategies such as visual timetables and structured interventions

Promote positive behaviour and engagement in learning

Work collaboratively with teaching staff, therapists, and support teams

Essential Requirements

HLTA status or equivalent Level 4 qualification

Proven experience supporting children or young people with SEND, particularly autism and/or severe learning difficulties

Confidence in leading learning activities

Strong understanding of SEND strategies and interventions

Desirable Skills

Training in behaviour management approaches (e.g. Team Teach)

Experience with communication systems such as PECS, Makaton, or AAC

Knowledge of safeguarding procedures within education settings

What's on Offer

Competitive salary based on experience

Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

Clear progression pathways

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Safeguarding

The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to enhanced background checks and satisfactory references.