HLTA

SMART Education Recruitment; Stafford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated SEN HLTA / Functional Skills professional to join a supportive school in Cannock. The role involves delivering tailored Functional Skills sessions, supporting teachers, and working closely with a team to promote student independence and progress. Applicants should have HLTA qualifications or equivalent experience and be DBS registered. This is a full-time, long-term position with competitive pay rates.

Benefits

Supportive school environment

Dedicated consultant support

Opportunity to impact student development

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience required.
• Experience delivering or supporting Functional Skills in English and Maths preferred.
• Strong understanding of SEN needs essential.
• DBS registered on the Update Service mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Functional Skills sessions tailored to individual learner needs.
• Support teachers in planning and adapting classroom activities.
• Work closely with the SENCO to deliver targeted interventions.
• Encourage independence and progress in every learner.

Skills

HLTA qualification or equivalent experience

Experience delivering Functional Skills

Strong understanding of SEN

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork skills

Job description

Overview

Job Title: SEN HLTA / Functional Skills

Pay Rate: £110 - £120 per day

Location: Cannock

Hours: Full-time, long-term

Smart Education is currently recruiting for an SEN HLTA / Functional Skills in the Cannock area.

Benefits

• Supportive and welcoming SEN school environment
• Opportunity to make a real difference in students learning and development
• Dedicated consultant support from Smart Education

Requirements

• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience
• Experience delivering or supporting Functional Skills in English and Maths
• Strong understanding of SEN, including SEMH, ASD, and MLD needs
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• DBS registered on the Update Service
• Able to provide references promptly
• Must be able to complete compliance within a few days

Role Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Functional Skills sessions tailored to individual learner needs
• Support teachers in planning and adapting classroom activities
• Work closely with the SENCO and wider team to deliver targeted interventions
• Encourage independence, confidence, and progress in every learner
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to progress reviews

About Smart Education

Smart Education is a specialist Education and Early Years agency, recruiting for both permanent and temporary roles including Teachers, Teaching Assistants, SEND professionals, Nursery Nurses, and Tutors.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.