Higher Level Teaching Assistant SEND Lewisham

Candl Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

CANDL Recruitment is recruiting a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (SEND) for a welcoming primary school in South East London. The role focuses on supporting pupils with SEND across KS2, delivering targeted interventions, and helping children make progress academically, socially and emotionally.

This permanent, full-time position offers an inclusive school ethos, working with the wider inclusion team and teachers. Salary £28,074 to £29,962, ASAP start.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant.
• Recognised Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Strong experience supporting pupils with SEND.
• Confidence delivering interventions.
• Good behaviour-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Calm, patient and adaptable approach.
• Desirable HLTA experience.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEND across KS2.
• Deliver targeted 1:1 and small-group interventions.
• Lead learning activities when required.
• Support class teachers with planning and lesson delivery.
• Help pupils remain engaged and make progress.
• Support children with a range of behavioural and emotional needs.
• Build positive and consistent relationships with pupils.
• Work closely with teachers, SEN staff and wider support teams.
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.

Skills

Behaviour management

Interventions delivery

Teamwork

Independent working

Calm and patient

Communication

Education

Qualified Teaching Assistant

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant SEND Lewisham

Location: South East London
Pay: 28,074 to 29,962 Actual Salary
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

CANDL Recruitment is working with a welcoming primary school in South East London to recruit an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant.

The school has a strong focus on inclusion and supporting pupils with a range of additional needs.

You will be working mainly across KS2, supporting pupils in class and delivering targeted interventions to help children make progress academically, socially and emotionally.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant who is ready to take on more responsibility and work closely with teachers and the wider inclusion team.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEND across KS2.
• Deliver targeted 1:1 and small-group interventions.
• Lead learning activities when required.
• Support class teachers with planning and lesson delivery.
• Help pupils remain engaged and make progress.
• Support children with a range of behavioural and emotional needs.
• Build positive and consistent relationships with pupils.
• Work closely with teachers, SEN staff and wider support teams.
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.

Requirements

Essential:

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant.
• Recognised Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Strong experience supporting pupils with SEND.
• Confidence delivering interventions.
• Good behaviour-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Calm, patient and adaptable approach.

Desirable:

• Previous HLTA experience.
• Experience working across KS2.
• Experience leading small groups.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH or behavioural needs.
• Additional SEND-related training or qualifications.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who enjoys working directly with children and takes pride in helping pupils make progress.

You will be confident, proactive and able to step into different situations across the school.

You should also be patient, reliable and able to build strong relationships with children who may need additional consistency and reassurance.

Safeguarding Statement

CANDL Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to relevant safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and right to work verification. Appointment is subject to the completion of all required checks.