Higher Level Teaching Assistant for our KS1 Speech & Language Facility

Ark Little Ridge Primary Academy; St Leonards; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Ark Little Ridge Primary Academy is seeking an experienced or aspiring Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our KS1 Speech and Language Facility. This role is for four days per week, supporting pupils with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) and EHCPs within our specialist provision.

You will work as part of a small, dedicated team to deliver high-quality learning and tailored support, helping pupils access the curriculum and progress confidently.

Qualifications

• Experience or aspiration to work as an HLTA in a primary setting.
• Passion for supporting children with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN).

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality learning and tailored support for pupils with EHCPs.
• Support children with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) within KS1 provision.

Skills

HLTA experience

SLCN support

Job description

We are seeking to appoint an experienced or aspiring Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to work within our Key Stage 1 Speech and Language Facility class for 4 days per week.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and confident practitioner who is passionate about supporting children with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN). Working as part of our specialist provision, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality learning and support for a small group of pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

If you would like to discuss this opportunity or for any questions, please contact our Business Manager, Dean Lennard, via email at [e-mail].

Closing date for applications: Friday 13th November 2026

Interviews to be in the week commencing Monday 16th November 2026.