Higher Level Teaching Assistant -Saltaire

Justteachers Ltd; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd is seeking a full-time Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in the Saltaire area, starting September 2026 on a long-term, temporary basis. The role focuses on pupils with SEN, including autism and related needs, delivering structured and personalised learning in line with EHCPs.

You will plan, prepare and deliver adapted activities, lead lessons in absence of the class teacher, and work with therapists and other professionals to support pupil progress and

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEN in a school setting.
• Knowledge of EHCP targets and IEPs.
• Strong communication and safeguarding awareness.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver adapted learning activities to meet SEN needs.
• Lead lessons in the absence of the class teacher and provide classroom cover.
• Implement EHCP targets and structured teaching approaches.
• Support pupils’ emotional regulation, behaviour and engagement in learning.
• Work with teaching assistants, therapists and external professionals to support pupil progress.
• Monitor, assess and record pupil development and attainment.

Skills

SEN experience

Behaviour management

Lesson delivery

Team collaboration

Education

Level 4 qualification or equivalent

Job description

About the role:

Justteachers is seeking a full-time Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in the Saltaire area starting in September 2026 on a long-term, temporary basis.
The setting supports pupils with a range of special educational needs, including Autism, social, emotional and mental health needs, and associated communication and behavioural difficulties. The provision delivers a structured and supportive learning environment in line with EHCPs, focusing on engagement, routine, and personalised learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare and deliver adapted learning activities to meet the needs of pupils with SEN
• Lead lessons in the absence of the class teacher and provide classroom cover where required
• Implement EHCP targets, IEPs and structured teaching approaches
• Support pupils’ emotional regulation, behaviour and engagement in learning
• Work closely with teaching assistants, therapists and external professionals to support pupil progress
• Monitor, assess and record pupil development and attainment

Pre-requisites:

• Relevant teaching/support qualifications (e.g. Level 4 qualification or equivalent)
• School experience with pupils with SEN, ideally within a specialist setting
• Knowledge of SEN strategies, behaviour management and communication approaches
• Two education or school-based references