Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Coventry City Council; Coventry; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiverton School is seeking a dedicated Senior HLTA to support pupils with complex autism and communication needs in a highly specialist setting. The role focuses on nurturing learning through personalised approaches and working closely with teachers and therapists.

Ideal candidates will have SEND experience, be calm and patient, and possess excellent communication and organisational skills. A Level 4 HLTA qualification (or willingness to work towards it) is desirable to join a supportive,

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEND, particularly Autism and complex communication needs.
• Calm, patient, and able to respond positively in challenging situations.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Willingness to work towards HLTA Level 4 if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with teachers and therapists to deliver highly personalised learning experiences.
• Support pupils with communication using approaches such as PECS, Makaton, AAC, and visual supports.
• Lead and support classroom support staff within the class team.
• Promote emotional regulation, independence, and positive behaviour strategies.
• Support with personal care, sensory regulation, and therapeutic approaches throughout the school day.
• Help create engaging, safe, and structured learning environments tailored to pupils' individual needs.
• Build strong relationships with families and professionals to ensure consistent support for pupils.

Skills

SEND experience

Autism experience

Communication

Organisational skills

Calm under pressure

Safeguarding

Education

HLTA Level 4

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting pupils with complex Autism and communication needs to thrive in a nurturing and highly specialist environment?,

• Work collaboratively with teachers and therapists to deliver highly personalised learning experiences
• Support pupils with communication using approaches such as PECS, Makaton, AAC, and visual supports
• Lead and support classroom support staff within the class team
• Promote emotional regulation, independence, and positive behaviour strategies
• Support with personal care, sensory regulation, and therapeutic approaches throughout the school day
• Help create engaging, safe, and structured learning environments tailored to pupils' individual needs
• Build strong relationships with families and professionals to ensure consistent support for pupils
  Tiverton School is seeking a dedicated, resilient, and compassionate Senior Support Staff (HLTA) member to join our Constructive Pathway classes. This role is ideal for someone with experience supporting pupils with severe Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), complex communication needs, sensory processing differences, and emotional regulation difficulties., The Constructive Pathway supports pupils who require highly personalised approaches to learning, communication, regulation, and independence. Pupils within this pathway may be pre-verbal or minimally verbal and benefit from structured, low-arousal environments alongside consistent, relationship-based support., Has experience working with children or young people with SEND, particularly Autism and complex needs
• Is calm, patient, and able to respond positively in challenging situations
• Understands the importance of communication, regulation, and sensory needs
• Can lead by example and support colleagues within the classroom team
• Has excellent communication and organisational skills
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all pupils
• The successful candidate will join a supportive and passionate team committed to ensuring every pupil develops communication, independence, emotional wellbeing, and life skills to prepare them for adulthood. Relevant qualifications such as Level 4/HLTA (or willingness to work towards this) and previous SEND experience are desirable.
• Salary G5 £24,251 - £29,199 (Over 5 year CS with LA £24800 - £29861)