Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - SEND Specialist

Prospero Teaching; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is working with an outstanding specialist SEND school in Bury that supports young people aged 11-19 with complex needs. The HLTA will bring a higher level of expertise, independence, and leadership to the support team, planning and delivering learning activities, leading groups, supervising classes, and acting as a key point of contact for students, families and colleagues.

This role is for someone with HLTA status or equivalent SEND experience, strong independent planning

Qualifications

• HLTA status or equivalent experience in a senior SEND support role
• Substantial experience working with young people with complex SEND needs in a school setting
• Confident planning and delivering learning activities independently
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide and support colleagues
• Deep understanding of ASD, SEMH, PMLD, SLD, and associated needs
• Excellent communication skills across students, families, and professionals
• CACHE Level 3 or above, or equivalent qualification is desirable

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver learning activities and lead groups
• Supervise classes and manage learning environments
• Act as a key point of contact for students, families and colleagues
• Provide leadership and support to fellow staff in SEND settings

Job description

Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - SEND Specialist
Area: Bury, Greater Manchester
Start Date: Tuesday 1st September 2026
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Daily Rate: 600 - 750 per week (depending on experience)
Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm, Term time

About the School:

We're working with an outstanding specialist SEND school in Bury that sets the bar high - for its students and its staff. With five bespoke learning pathways serving young people aged 11-19 with a wide range of complex needs, this is a school where skilled, experienced support staff are genuinely valued and given the autonomy to make a difference. If you're ready to step up and lead, this is your opportunity.

About the Role:

As an HLTA, you'll bring a higher level of expertise, independence, and leadership to the support team. You'll plan and deliver learning activities, lead groups, supervise classes, and act as a key point of contact for students, families, and colleagues. This is a role for someone who has earned their experience in SEND settings and is ready to take on greater responsibility - while never losing sight of the individual young people at the heart of the work.

What We're Looking For:

• HLTA status or equivalent experience in a senior SEND support role
• Substantial experience working with young people with complex SEND needs in a school setting
• Confident planning and delivering learning activities independently
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide and support colleagues
• Deep understanding of ASD, SEMH, PMLD, SLD, and associated needs
• Excellent communication skills across students, families, and professionals
• CACHE Level 3 or above, or equivalent qualification is desirable

To Be Eligible You Must:

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Have an enhanced DBS certificate already on the update service or be willing to apply for a new one
• Provide two professional references from child-related roles
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

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 in order 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.

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