High Level Teaching Assistant(SEND)

Old Moat; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading primary school in Manchester is seeking an enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support students with complex special educational needs. The role involves leading a Learning Retreat and delivering high-quality teaching. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, experience with special needs, and a positive, proactive approach to education.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of EYFS framework and National Curriculum required.
• Experience supporting primary-aged children with complex special educational needs essential.
• Strong communication skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist SENCO in designing individualised support plans.
• Lead delivery of an adaptive curriculum.
• Support pupils to enhance independence.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Adaptability

Compassion

Teamwork

Education

HLTA status

Job description

About The Role

Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full Time, 35 hours per week
Number of Positions: 1
Qualifications Required:TA qualification
Start Date: 1^st September 2025
Salary: £28,163 - £31,067 per annum

The Governing Body of Plymouth Grove Primary School is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and highly motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to lead their Learning Retreat, a small group inclusion hub for children in EYFS and Key Stage 1 with complex special educational needs.

The postholder will play a vital role in delivering high-quality teaching and learning, working closely with the SENDCO to raise achievement and support pupils' academic and personal development.

In the first instance, this is a temporary position for one academic year. However, there may be the opportunity for this to become a permanent position for the right candidate.

The key responsibilities of the postholder are:

• To assist the SENCO with designing individualised support plans and a bespoke curriculum.
• To lead in the delivery of an adaptive curriculum that meets the needs of all pupils.
• To support pupils with complex needs to enhance and promote their independence.
• To support pupils to develop effective communication and social interaction skills.
• To ensure good working relationships with parents/carers and other professionals involved in the pupils’ care and promote team working and good working relationships with colleagues.
• To be proactive with classroom organisation, including developing effective visual supports and resources.
• To maintain regular and appropriate records as directed, following the school’s policies.
• Help maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment for all learners.
• To lead and coach additional support staff.

About the Candidate

The successful candidate will:

• Have a knowledge and understanding of the EYFS framework as well as the National Curriculum.
• Be a confident and caring individual who can lead classes and support pupils independently.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Have the ability to inspire and motivate pupils of all abilities.
• Have experience supporting primary-aged children with a variety of complex special educational needs.
• Be energetic and have a good sense of humour.
• Be compassionate, patient, nurturing and committed to supporting children with SEND
• Be a great communicator and team player with a positive and proactive approach
• Be flexible and open to change.
• Have excellent verbal communication skills
• Hold HLTA status (or be working towards it)

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We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here.

This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable.

We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation