Higher Level Teaching Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization in Stoke-on-Trent seeks experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistants to support students with SEMH needs. The role involves classroom assistance, delivering interventions, and engaging in therapy sessions. The ideal candidate is calm, resilient, and ready to make a difference in children's lives. Competitive salaries and various perks are included.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Staff laptop and mobile phone

Extensive CPD and qualification opportunities

Flexible pension scheme

Access to wellbeing platform and discounts

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEMH/SEND.
• Strong communication skills.
• Desire to help children feel inspired.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in the classroom.
• Work 1:1 with students or conduct small group interventions.
• Manage classroom resources and prepare engaging activities.

Skills

Experience with SEMH/SEND

Strong interpersonal skills

Calm and flexible personality

Education

HLTA qualification

Job description

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Client:

Portman Recruitment Ltd

Location:

stoke-on-trent, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

15.08.2025

Expiry Date:

29.09.2025

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Job Description:

An independent specialist secondary school for boys aged 1117 is looking to welcome two experienced and passionate Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to their team.

Pupils at the school come from a variety of backgrounds, with all students having Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Many also present with additional SEND diagnoses such as Autism, ADHD, or communication difficultiesand many have experienced significant trauma and adverse childhood experiences.

The school offers a trauma-informed and attachment-aware approach to education, ensuring that all staff receive regular therapeutic training and the support needed to thrive in a rewarding, yet often challenging, environment.

An independent specialist secondary school for boys aged 1117 is looking to welcome two experienced and passionate Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to their team.

Pupils at the school come from a variety of backgrounds, with all students having Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Many also present with additional SEND diagnoses such as Autism, ADHD, or communication difficultiesand many have experienced significant trauma and adverse childhood experiences.

The school offers a trauma-informed and attachment-aware approach to education, ensuring that all staff receive regular therapeutic training and the support needed to thrive in a rewarding, yet often challenging, environment.

What Youll Be Doing:

As a HLTA, no two days will ever look the same. Youll play a key role in helping children learn, regulate, and succeedboth academically and emotionally. This is a role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, caring environment and can wear many hats!

You might be:

• Supporting teachers in the classroom

• Working 1:1 with students or delivering small group interventions

• Managing classroom resources and preparing engaging activities

• Supporting children during lunch or social times

• Managing and de-escalating heightened behaviours

• Going on off-site trips and visits

• Getting involved in therapy sessions or reflective work

• Creating eye-catching displays and celebrating student successes

• Playing games, doing experiments, or simply listening when its needed most

Youll be part of a team thats passionate about giving students the best possible chance at success, both inside and outside the classroom. Your ideas, interests, and input will help shape the schools curriculum and extra-curricular offer.

What Were Looking For:

• Someone with experience working with children with SEMH/SEND

• A calm, flexible, and resilient personality

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• A passion for helping children feel safe, understood, and inspired

• HLTA qualification is desirable, but strong TAs looking to step up are welcome to apply

What Youll Get in Return:

• Competitive salary

• Staff laptop and mobile phone

• Extensive CPD and qualification opportunities

• Small class sizes with specialist support

• Enhanced occupational sick pay

• Supportive team culture with regular supervision

• Flexible pension scheme

• Access to a wellbeing platform, salary sacrifice schemes, high street discounts & more

• Clear career progression within a growing organisation

Safeguarding & Equality:

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff will be expected to hold, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS check and take part in pre-employment vetting including online/social media screening.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, communities, and experiences to apply.

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