Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Autism Suport Centre Primary (ASC)

The Passmores Co Operative Learning Community; Latton Bush; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Well-resourced ASC environment

High-quality autism training

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative team

Rewarding role

Job summary

The Passmores Co-operative Learning Community (PCLC) is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join the Autism Support Centre. You will work 33.5 hours per week across 39 school weeks, supporting pupils with autism and SEND, delivering targeted interventions and maintaining progress records.

The ASC Lead will guide your work, with potential to deputise when needed. Location is at PCLC Primary Autism Support Centre (Potter Street Academy or The Downs Primary School).

Qualifications

• Experience working with autistic children and SEND.
• Understanding of autism-specific strategies.
• Ability to deliver structured interventions and support learning effectively.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of high-quality, adaptive teaching within the ASC.
• Deliver autism-specific programmes and approaches.
• Deliver targeted interventions (phonics, literacy, numeracy, fine motor, speech language & communication).
• Support pupils to achieve EHCP outcomes and develop academic, social, emotional skills.

Skills

Experience with autism

Strong communication

Teamwork

Education

HLTA qualification

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - ASC (Autism Support Centre Primary)

Hours: 33.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday)

Weeks: 39 working weeks per year / 44.7 paid weeks per year

Salary: Scale 5-6 dependent on relevant qualifications

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Start Date: November 2026 or January 2027, dependent on the successful candidate's availability

Location: PCLC Primary Autism Support Centre (Based either at Potter Street Academy or The Downs Primary School)

About Us

The Passmores Co-operative Learning Community (PCLC) is dedicated to providing an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all pupils. We proudly host primary and secondary enhanced provisions for pupils with autism on behalf of Essex County Council. These provisions are central to our commitment to inclusion; through an ethos of unconditional positive regard, we ensure every pupil is valued and supported to achieve their full potential. In Autumn 2026, the PCLC will extend the primary Autism Support Centre in West Essex, in collaboration with ECC.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced practitioner to join our team, working alongside the ASC Lead Teacher to make a meaningful difference to the lives of autistic pupils at one of our Primary sites.

About the Role

We are seeking a committed and skilled HLTA to join the Autism Support Centre (ASC), supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

This is a key role within the ASC team, supporting the delivery of a high-quality, inclusive and structured provision. You will work closely with the ASC Lead and Director of Primary Inclusion to deliver targeted interventions, support learning, and promote pupils’ academic, social and emotional development.

You will also play an important role in maintaining consistency across the provision, including supporting operational leadership and covering for the ASC Lead when required.

Visits to our existing provision are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit, and to meet with our Director of Primary Inclusion, Lucy Thomas please contact HR on [e-mail].

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of high-quality, adaptive teaching and learning within the ASC
• Deliver evidence-based, autism-specific programmes and approaches
• Deliver targeted learning interventions (phonics, literacy, numeracy, fine motor, speech language & communication)
• Support pupils to achieve their EHCP outcomes, including social, emotional and academic development
• Assist pupils in developing mainstream readiness, including independence and organisation
• Promote and support pupils’ access to and integration into mainstream classrooms
• Work collaboratively with mainstream colleagues to support access, inclusion and integration
• Build positive relationships with pupils, families and external professionals
• Maintain accurate records of pupil progress and provision impact, including use of Neuroinclusive Education Network approaches

Leadership and Wider Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day running of the ASC, including deputising for the ASC Lead when required
• Contribute to One Plans, annual reviews and assessment processes
• Assist with resource preparation, classroom organisation and daily routines
• Ensure all practice aligns with safeguarding and statutory requirements

What We Are Looking For

• Experience working with autistic children and children with SEND
• Understanding of autism-specific strategies and interventions
• Ability to deliver structured interventions and support learning effectively
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A proactive, flexible and reflective approach to supporting pupils’ needs
• Commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and continuous improvement
• A reflective and creative practitioner who is open to learning and values ongoing professional development
• The ability to bring enthusiasm, professionalism and humility to the role

We Offer

• A well-resourced and supportive ASC environment
• High-quality training in autism-specific practice
• Opportunities for professional development and progression
• A collaborative and dedicated team
• A rewarding role making a real difference to pupils’ lives

Closing Date: Midnight, Thursday 12th October 2026

Interviews: To be confirmed

‘PCLC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure Barring Service’