Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Veritas Education Recruitment; Ottershaw; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a High Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in a primary setting. The role involves delivering activities under the guidance of teaching staff while fostering a supportive and nurturing learning environment. Ideal candidates will have proven experience with SEN pupils and a commitment to inclusive education. A competitive day rate of £110-125 is offered, along with opportunities to join a developing provision.

Benefits

Competitive day rate

Supportive leadership team

Opportunity to join at an exciting stage of development

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with SEN pupils is essential.
• Ability to manage behaviour positively and consistently.
• Passionate about inclusive education and flexible in approach.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with Special Educational Needs in a primary setting.
• Deliver learning activities under guidance of teaching staff.
• Collaborate with teachers and professionals to foster development.
• Create a safe and nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Supporting SEN pupils

Behaviour management

Confidence in primary curriculum

Commitment to inclusive education

Education

HLTA qualification

Job description

High Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

High Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) / Alternate SEN Primary Provision / Location: Chertsey, Surrey / Start Date: January / Day Rate: 110-125 (depending on experience)

The Role

• Supporting pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN) within a primary setting
• Delivering learning activities and interventions under the guidance of teaching staff
• Supporting pupils' academic, social, and emotional development
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and wider professionals
• Helping to create a safe, nurturing, and structured learning environment

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience working with SEN pupils (essential)
• Confident supporting learning across the primary curriculum
• Able to manage behaviour positively and consistently
• HLTA qualification (desirable but not essential)
• Committed, flexible, and passionate about inclusive education

What We Offer

• Competitive day rate of 110-125
• Opportunity to join a brand-new provision at an exciting stage of development
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative working environment
• The chance to make a genuine difference in a specialist SEN setting

Application

To apply, please submit your CV or call the recruiter at the provided phone number.

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

EEO Statement

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'