Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Philosophy Education; London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A highly regarded SEND school seeks a compassionate Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a full-time, immediate-start position. This role includes supporting pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) in a nurturing, fully equipped environment. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications, experience in SEND settings, and a commitment to inclusive education.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND, particularly SLD/PMLD.
• Able to lead small group sessions and contribute to planning and assessment.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teaching and learning, delivering planned sessions.
• Helping lead small groups or cover classes when needed.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Proactivity

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

HLTA – Full-Time 8:30am – 4:00pm Specialist SEND School

Location: Lambeth SLD/PMLD Complex Needs Immediate Start

We are excited to be recruiting on behalf of a highly regarded SEND school, seeking a dedicated and compassionate Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), and complex needs.

This is a full-time role (Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm), ideal for someone who thrives in a supportive and structured environment and is passionate about inclusive education.

About the School:

The school provides outstanding education and care within a calm and nurturing environment. Staff work closely together to meet each pupil’s individual needs, supporting both their academic progress and personal development. The school has an inclusive ethos and a strong belief in building positive partnerships with families.

As a HLTA, you will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning, delivering planned sessions, and helping lead small groups or cover classes when needed.

School Highlights:

• A welcoming and specialist team committed to helping young people thrive

• Broad curriculum with creative and therapeutic enrichment opportunities

• Close collaboration with families and external professionals

• Clear routines and a well-resourced learning environment

Specialist Facilities Include:

• Hydrotherapy pool & rebound therapy trampoline

• Sensory and dark rooms

• Art, music, and performing arts studios

• Library, gym, and canteen

• Life skills kitchen & wheelchair-accessible greenhouse

• Hygiene rooms with hoists and changing beds

• Rise-and-fall desks, overhead hoists in classrooms

• Eye gaze technology, adapted ICT, and CENMAC support

• On-site nursing, speech & language therapy, occupational therapy, music therapy, and physiotherapy

Ideal Candidate:

• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND, particularly SLD/PMLD

• Confident supporting learning and behaviour in complex needs settings

• Able to lead small group sessions and contribute to planning and assessment

• Empathetic, proactive, and a strong communicator

• Committed to safeguarding and inclusive practice

Apply Today!
Take the next step in your SEND career with this rewarding HLTA opportunity.
For more details, please contactRichard Danso atPhilosophy Education ([e-mail])or submit your CV today.

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.