Autism & SEND Specialist HLTA — One-to-One Support

SAMpeople; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living wage salary

Pension scheme

On-site parking

Career development

Job summary

Great Park Academy in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support a pupil with significant SEND needs on a predominantly one-to-one basis. Working closely with the class teacher, SENDCo and families, you will deliver tailored learning activities within the classroom and through targeted interventions.

You will apply visual supports and communication strategies, track progress, and collaborate with professionals to sustain progress and promote

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with autism and complex SEND.
• Strong observation, assessment and recording of progress.
• Ability to deliver one-to-one and small-group interventions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver adapted learning activities under teacher/SENDCo guidance.
• Support pupil to engage, sustain attention and access curriculum.
• Promote independence with scaffolding and structured support.
• Use visual supports and communication strategies to aid learning.
• Support sensory regulation and emotional wellbeing.
• Deliver targeted interventions (phonics, maths, social interaction).
• Pre-teach and consolidate learning to reinforce understanding.
• Support pupil during classroom activities and social times.
• Contribute to EHCP provision and reviews.
• Keep accurate records of progress and outcomes.
• Collaborate with parents, therapists and other professionals.
• Attend training and professional development sessions.

Skills

ASD & SEND

Observation skills

One-to-one support

Communication skills

Record-keeping

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent

Job description

Great Park Academy in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support a pupil with significant SEND needs on a predominantly one-to-one basis. Working closely with the class teacher, SENDCo and families, you will deliver tailored learning activities within the classroom and through targeted interventions.

You will apply visual supports and communication strategies, track progress, and collaborate with professionals to sustain progress and promote