HLTA

TeacherActive; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting an experienced HLTA for a permanent position in a specialist SEMH provision based in Liverpool. The role focuses on supporting pupils with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour, delivering engaging small-group interventions and 1:1 support.

The successful candidate will lead planned lessons when required and employ positive behaviour strategies to create a structured, supportive learning environment, contributing to pupils' social, emotional and educational development.

Qualifications

• Recognised HLTA qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience supporting SEMH pupils and challenging behaviour.
• Experience delivering targeted small-group interventions and supporting learners with additional needs.
• Strong behaviour management and knowledge of positive behaviour strategies.
• Ability to lead planned lessons and adapt learning to pupil needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging small-group interventions for SEMH pupils.
• Provide tailored 1:1 support to individual learners.
• Confidently lead planned lessons when required.
• Support pupils with challenging behaviour using positive strategies.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to deliver effective interventions.

Skills

HLTA qualification

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Lead lessons

Education

HLTA qualification

Job description

Are you a passionate and experienced HLTA who thrives on making a real difference to the lives of young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

Do you have the confidence, resilience and creativity to support pupils with challenging behaviour and inspire them to rediscover their love of learning?

Are you ready for a rewarding permanent opportunity where every breakthrough, no matter how small, can have a life-changing impact on a young person's future?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist SEMH provision based in Childwall, Liverpool (L16), who are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated HLTA. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a specialist educational setting where building positive relationships, celebrating individual achievements and helping young people overcome barriers to education are central to supporting their development.

The school is looking to appoint a confident and motivated HLTA on a permanent basis from November 2026, supporting pupils with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour. The successful HLTA will work closely with teaching staff to deliver engaging small-group interventions, provide tailored 1:1 support and confidently lead planned lessons when required, using positive behaviour management strategies to create a structured, supportive and inspiring learning environment.

The successful HLTA will have:

A recognised Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) qualification or equivalent relevant experience

Experience supporting children and young people with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour

Experience delivering targeted small-group interventions and supporting pupils with additional learning needs

Strong behaviour management skills and an understanding of positive behaviour support strategies

The confidence to lead planned lessons, manage classroom activities and adapt learning to meet individual pupil needs

A patient, resilient and enthusiastic approach, with excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for helping young people succeed

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

The opportunity to secure a permanent position within a specialist SEMH provision

A rewarding role supporting young people to overcome barriers to education and develop essential life skills

The opportunity to develop your skills in behaviour management, classroom delivery and targeted interventions

The chance to make a meaningful and lasting impact on pupils' educational, social and emotional development

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.