Job Description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Help shape a positive school experience for pupils who need it most.

We are looking for a confident, caring and proactive Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support pupils with autism in a Year 2 class within a mainstream primary school.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives on responsibility, is comfortable using their initiative, and wants to play an active role in both supporting learning and contributing to planning. You will be working closely with the class teacher to deliver targeted support and help maintain a calm, inclusive classroom environment.

The role

You will be supporting pupils with autism and SEMH who may need extra help with transitions, emotional regulation, communication and accessing the curriculum. The role will involve:

Leading small group and 1:1 activities Assisting with planning and preparing differentiated learning materials Supporting in-class engagement and managing low-level behaviours Using a consistent, nurturing approach to promote emotional wellbeing Collaborating with the class teacher, SENDCo and wider school staff

The ideal person

We are looking for someone who:

Has HLTA status or significant classroom-based experience Understands the needs of pupils with autism and how to support them in mainstream settings Uses their initiative and contributes confidently to planning and lesson delivery Builds warm, trusting relationships with children Remains calm and encouraging, even during more challenging moments Has a real passion for inclusive education and early learning

The school

This is a welcoming and inclusive mainstream primary school with a strong ethos. Staff work together to create a nurturing environment where all children can succeed and feel safe. The leadership team is approachable and supportive.

Hours

Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm (term time only). Full-time and part-time applications are welcome.

The benefits

Competitive pay Long-term role with the potential to become permanent Supportive school with a collaborative team environment

Be the person who helps a child feel safe, understood and ready to learn.

Safeguarding children is an integral part of what we do and we have a stringent safer recruitment process. We undertake checks on all the candidates we work with. As such we require a current Enhanced DBS Disclosure for everyone working in Schools. If you do not have a subscription to the DBS Update Service, you may be required to complete a new DBS application as part of the registration process. If you take a temporary role with Sense Education you will be paid on a weekly basis. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position but long term. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: Up to 140.00 per day

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking Referral programme
Work Location: In person