Higher Level Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Devizes; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Devizes is seeking a passionate Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. This full-time role involves delivering tailored learning activities and working closely with teachers and therapists to foster a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in special education and a commitment to empowering students in a specialist setting. Opportunities for professional development and career progression are available.

Benefits

Weekly pay through PAYE

Access to free and discounted CPD

Personal consultant for support

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with SEMH needs and autism.
• Ability to deliver creative and differentiated lessons.

Responsibilities

• Support small group and one-to-one learning activities.
• Provide emotional and behavioral support tailored to students.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and external agencies.

Skills

Empathy

Creativity

Communication

Education

Higher Level Teaching Assistant qualification

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17.05.2025

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01.07.2025

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Job Description:

Higher Level Teaching Assistant – SEMH Focus

Are you passionate about supporting young people with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs and autism spectrum conditions (ASC)?

Do you have the experience, confidence, and creativity to help pupils thrive in a specialist setting? A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a secondary school in Devizes, starting in September 2025, with the potential for an earlier start.

Empower Students in a Supportive Specialist Setting

This specialist school offers a structured, nurturing environment for pupils aged 7 to 16 with complex SEMH needs and ASC.

Staff are highly valued for their dedication and commitment to building strong, trusting relationships with pupils, many of whom have faced previous challenges in mainstream education.

The school focuses on holistic development—academic, emotional, and social—with a strong emphasis on individual learning pathways.

Working here means you’ll be part of a community that believes in the power of patience, understanding, and consistent support. You will play a key role in shaping young lives and helping learners rediscover their confidence, often for the first time.

Your Role

Full-time position, Monday to Friday

Hours: 8.30am to 3.30pm (with minor variation depending on the weekday)

Deliver and support small group and one-to-one learning activities under teacher guidance

Provide emotional and behavioural support tailored to the needs of each student

Assist in planning and delivering creative, differentiated lessons

Support students with autism and SEMH both in and out of the classroom

Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and external agencies

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

Teaching Personnel offers outstanding support for professionals in education:

Hourly pay to ensure fair and transparent compensation for your work

Weekly pay through our PAYE system

Your own personal consultant for ongoing support and guidance

Access to free and discounted CPD, including behaviour management and autism training

Opportunities for career progression, including routes into teaching

Be part of our inclusive educator community, with roles to match your interests and strengths

Apply Today

If you’re an experienced HLTA or a confident support professional ready for a new challenge in a rewarding specialist setting, we would love to hear from you.

Please note: this vacancy may close early if filled before the advertised deadline. Apply soon to avoid disappointment and take the next step in your SEN education career.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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