Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – SEND

Connex Education; Bristol; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly PAYE

Flexible opportunities

SEND school network

Education consultant

CPD access

Qualification funding

Job summary

Connex Education is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEND across Bristol. The role offers flexible day-to-day supply or longer-term placements, with opportunities to lead small groups and support learning under qualified teachers.

You will deliver high-quality activities, adapt resources for diverse needs, and collaborate with teachers, families and other professionals to achieve positive outcomes for pupils and develop your HLTA skills.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or significant HLTA-level experience.
• Experience supporting children with SEND in specialist or mainstream settings.
• Confident leading learning independently and covering classes when required.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• Able to adapt learning to meet diverse needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality learning activities to individuals, small groups and whole classes under staff guidance.
• Plan, prepare and adapt learning resources for pupils with SEND.
• Assess, monitor, record and report pupil progress to inform future learning.
• Support pupils with needs including autism, SEMH, and learning difficulties.
• Promote independence and positive behaviour through nurturing support.
• Lead interventions to develop academic, social and emotional skills.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, families and other professionals for best outcomes.

Skills

HLTA status

SEND experience

Behaviour management

Strong communication

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – SEND

Location: Bristol
Hours: Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available
Contract: Flexible Supply – Day-to-Day & Long-Term Roles
Salary: £120 – £145 per day (dependent on experience and assignment)

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking to take the next step in your career?

Connex Education is working with a network of specialist SEND schools and alternative provisions across Bristol, seeking confident and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to support pupils with a wide range of additional needs. Whether you’re looking for flexible day-to-day supply or a longer-term placement, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a lasting impact while enjoying the variety that supply work offers.

As an HLTA, you’ll play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across the school, delivering planned learning activities, leading small groups and, where required, covering whole classes under the guidance of qualified teachers.

About the Role

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Deliver high-quality learning activities to individuals, small groups and whole classes under the direction of teaching staff.
• Plan, prepare and adapt learning resources to meet the diverse needs of pupils with SEND.
• Assess, monitor, record and report on pupil progress, helping to inform future learning.
• Support pupils with a range of needs, including autism, SEMH, communication difficulties and moderate learning difficulties.
• Promote independence, confidence and positive behaviour through consistent, nurturing support.
• Lead interventions that develop pupils’ academic, social and emotional skills.
• Take responsibility for agreed areas of learning and contribute to wider school improvement initiatives.
• In some placements, support the development of enterprise, independence and life skills programmes, helping prepare pupils for adulthood.
• Provide guidance and support to Teaching Assistants where required, helping to share best practice and maintain high standards across the classroom.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, families and other professionals to achieve the best outcomes for pupils.

About You

We’re looking for candidates who:

• Hold HLTA status or have significant experience working at HLTA level.
• Have experience supporting children or young people with SEND in either specialist or mainstream settings.
• Are confident leading learning independently and covering classes when required.
• Have strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• Can adapt learning to meet a wide range of individual needs.
• Are organised, proactive and committed to delivering outstanding support for pupils.
• Have a passion for helping children develop the skills and confidence they need to succeed both in school and beyond.

Why Choose Connex Education?

• Competitive daily pay rates, paid weekly via PAYE.
• No umbrella companies or hidden deductions.
• Flexible day-to-day, short-term and long-term opportunities.
• Access to a wide range of specialist SEND schools across Bristol.
• A dedicated education consultant with SEND expertise.
• Free access to our accredited CPD, including the SEND Toolkit and Classroom Teacher Toolkit.
• Funded qualifications, including Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching & Learning, Level 4 HLTA and TEFL.
• Opportunities to broaden your experience across a variety of specialist educational settings.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability. All candidates are assessed on merit alone. Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.