Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA), Autism Specific SEND School

Axcis Education Recruitment; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education Recruitment is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for an all-age Autism-specific SEND school in Wolverhampton. The role involves planning learning activities, monitoring progress, and managing a specialist area. Applicants should have a Level 3 qualification and at least 5 years' experience in a SEND environment. This full-time position offers the potential for a permanent contract starting in September 2025.

Benefits

£50 shopping vouchers for referrals

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a SEND school.
• Proficiency in Literacy, Numeracy, and ICT.
• Level 4 HLTA qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver learning activities.
• Monitor and report on learners' achievement and progress.
• Manage a specialist area and train teaching assistants.

Skills

Literacy

Numeracy

ICT

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Level 4 HLTA qualification

Job description

HLTA Required for All-Age Autism-Specific SEND School

About the School

Axcis is working with an all-age school catering to individuals with a primary diagnosis of Autism (ASC). Located within the Wolverhampton area, the school offers good transport links and ample parking facilities.

Position Overview

The school is recruiting for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support learning activities for individuals and groups of learners. The role involves:

1. Planning, preparing, and delivering learning activities.
2. Monitoring, assessing, recording, and reporting learners' achievement, progress, and development.

You will also manage and develop a specialist area within the school, train teaching assistants, and monitor their work within this area.

Qualifications and Experience

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification and a minimum of 5 years' experience working as a teaching assistant in a special school environment.
• Proficiency in Literacy, Numeracy, and ICT.
• Level 4 HLTA qualification is desirable but not essential.

Job Details

• Supporting individuals and groups with Autism and other additional needs.
• Full-time hours (8:30 am – 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday).
• Ongoing position for the 2025/26 academic year, leading to a permanent contract.
• Start date: September 2025.

Requirements

• 5 years' experience as a teaching assistant in a SEND school (Essential).
• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent (Essential).
• Experience supporting learners with complex SEND needs, including MLD, SLD, Autism, and PMLD (Essential).
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one (Essential).
• Minimum of 2 good references (Essential).

Application Process

If interested, click the apply button or contact Roddy Moothialoo at 0121 827 2030 Ext: 4002.

Referrals are also rewarded with £50 shopping vouchers if a referred candidate is placed.

This is a temporary position unless stated otherwise. Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All staff must provide an up-to-date DBS or allow Axcis to process one on their behalf, in line with DfE guidelines.

Salary/pay rate depends on skills and experience.

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Contact: Roddy Moothialoo

Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 4002