Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Prospero Teaching; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is seeking an HLTA to support students with SEMH and behavioral needs in a high-performing Pupil Referral Unit in Lewisham. The successful candidate will manage behavior support spaces and work collaboratively with teaching staff to enhance student engagement. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and the ability to model high expectations. The role is full-time term time only, offering a salary between £30,000 - £32,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with SEMH or behavioural needs.
• HLTA status or equivalent experience.
• Behaviour management and de-escalation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a designated behaviour intervention space within the school.
• Support students with SEMH and behavioural needs.
• Deliver structured interventions and tailored learning support.
• Uphold and model high expectations for conduct and engagement.

Skills

Experience supporting young people with SEMH or behavioural needs

Behaviour management skills

Strong communication and interpersonal abilities

Calm and resilient approach

Education

HLTA status or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Title: HLTA - Behaviour
Area: Lewisham, Southeast London
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time, Term Time Only
Salary: 30,000 - 32,000 per anum
Working hours: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday

About the school:
This high-performing Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) supports students aged 11-19 facing challenges in mainstream settings due to behavioural, emotional, or social difficulties. With two campuses, the school delivers a curriculum combining academic and vocational learning. Students benefit from a nurturing environment prioritising personal development and progression.

About the role:
HLTA will oversee the daily management of behaviour support spaces, providing structured, responsive interventions for students who require specialist or escalated support. You will work closely with pastoral, SEN, and teaching teams to deliver targeted strategies that support positive student outcomes and engagement. This is a key role within the school's safeguarding and wellbeing framework.

We're looking for a dedicated candidate to:

• Manage a designated behaviour intervention space within the school
• Support students with SEMH and behavioural needs
• Deliver structured interventions and tailored learning support
• Liaise with teaching and pastoral staff to re-engage learners
• Uphold and model high expectations for conduct and engagement
• Respond to and de-escalate challenging behaviours

Requirements -
The ideal candidate would have:

• Experience supporting young people with SEMH or behavioural needs
• HLTA status or equivalent experience
• Behaviour management and de-escalation skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• A calm, resilient, and consistent approach
• Enhanced Child & Adult DBS on the Update Service

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.