Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Teaching Personnel; Woking; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking passionate Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to support SEN and SEMH schools in Surrey. This role involves delivering lessons, supporting emotional regulation, and working closely with vulnerable pupils. Opportunities for both full-time and part-time positions are available, starting September 2025, with competitive daily rates and long-term security.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Career progression support

Supportive school environments

Qualifications

• Experience in SEN or SEMH environments is desirable.
• Confident in delivering learning activities.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across the curriculum.
• Deliver pre-planned lessons in the absence of the teacher.
• Assist with planning and assessment under guidance.

Skills

Empathy

Behaviour Management

Communication

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) – SEN/SEMH Schools
Surrey | September Start | Full-Time & Part-Time Roles
Term-Time Only | Competitive Daily Rates | Long-Term & Permanent Opportunities

Are you an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) ready to take the next step in your education career? We are seeking skilled and passionate HLTAs to support SEN and SEMH schools across Surrey, starting from September 2025.

This is an exciting opportunity to join specialist settings supporting children and young people with a wide range of needs, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, trauma, and complex learning difficulties.

About the Role:
Support teaching and learning across the curriculum in small groups or 1:1
Deliver pre-planned lessons and interventions in the absence of the teacher
Assist with planning, preparation, and assessment under the guidance of the SENCO or class teacher
Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
Be a consistent, supportive adult for vulnerable pupils

We’re Looking For:
HLTA qualification or equivalent (Level 4 or above)
Proven experience working within SEN or SEMH environments is desirable but not essential
Confident in delivering learning activities and managing behaviour
Strong understanding of safeguarding, SEND, and behaviour support strategies
Empathetic, proactive, and able to build trust with students and staff

We Offer:
A wide range of opportunities across primary, secondary, and alternative provisions
Positions in Guildford, Woking, Camberley, Godalming, Hindhead, and surrounding areas
Competitive daily rates and long-term security for the right candidates
Ongoing professional development and career progression support
Supportive school environments with experienced SEN teams

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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