Higher Level Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Ltd; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market leading rates of pay

CPD Courses and certificates

Referral Scheme – £100

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd in Wolverhampton is seeking an experienced HLTA to support pupils with severe and complex SEND. The role involves leading learning activities, adapting approaches to individual needs, and collaborating with teaching staff to provide consistent, personalised support across age groups.

Immediate long-term start and access to CPD are included. PAYE payroll ensures correct tax and NI contributions.

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or relevant experience at HLTA level.
• Experience supporting children or young people with severe and complex SEND.
• Experience working within a specialist SEND setting.
• Confidence leading learning activities and supporting classroom management.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A patient, resilient and adaptable approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead learning activities where appropriate.
• Support pupils across different age groups.
• Work closely with teaching staff to provide personalised support for pupils with SEND needs.

Skills

HLTA qualification

SEND experience

Specialist SEND setting

Leading activities

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Patient & resilient

Job description

Are you an experienced HLTA with a strong background supporting pupils with severe and complex SEND needs?

Do you have the resilience and patience needed to support children and young people with significant additional needs?

Are you confident leading learning activities while adapting your approach to meet the individual needs of pupils?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist SEND setting in Wolverhampton supporting pupils aged 5-16 with severe and complex needs. The setting provides a structured and supportive environment where pupils receive personalised support to help them engage with learning, develop their confidence and build greater independence.

The setting is looking to appoint an HLTA on a long-term basis with an immediate start. The successful HLTA will support pupils across different age groups, lead learning activities where appropriate and work closely with teaching staff to provide consistent, personalised support for pupils with severe and complex SEND needs.

The successful HLTA will have:

• HLTA qualification or relevant experience working at HLTA level
• Experience supporting children or young people with severe and complex SEND
• Experience working within a specialist SEND setting
• Confidence leading learning activities and supporting classroom management
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A patient, resilient and adaptable approach

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend

Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Company: TeacherActive Ltd Salary: £120 to £150 a day Hours: Full-time Location: WV4 Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 14 Oct 2026 Closing date: 13 Nov 2026

Summary

HLTA

Location: Wolverhampton

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £120 - £150 per day

Are you an experienced HLTA with a strong background supporting pupils with severe and complex SEND needs?

Do you have the resilience and patience needed to support children and young people with significant additional needs?

Are you confident leading learning activities while adapting your approach to meet the individual needs of pupils?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist SEND setting in Wolverhampton supporting pupils aged 5-16 with severe and complex needs. The setting provides a structured and supportive environment where pupils receive personalised support to help them engage with learning, develop their confidence and build greater independence.

The setting is looking to appoint an HLTA on a long-term basis with an immediate start. The successful HLTA will support pupils across different age groups, lead learning activities where appropriate and work closely with teaching staff to provide consistent, personalised support for pupils with severe and complex SEND needs.

The successful HLTA will have:

• HLTA qualification or relevant experience working at HLTA level
• Experience supporting children or young people with severe and complex SEND
• Experience working within a specialist SEND setting
• Confidence leading learning activities and supporting classroom management
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A patient, resilient and adaptable approach

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend

Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.

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