HLTA: 1:1 Support for Complex Needs (Term-Time)

Dorset Council; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorchester Middle School in Dorchester is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to provide 1:1 support for a pupil with complex needs and to act as a key liaison with alternative provision, ensuring continuity of learning and successful reintegration into full-time education.

The role requires HLTA status or equivalent experience, strong safeguarding knowledge, and a collaborative approach with teachers, SENCO, carers and external professionals.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or equivalent experience.
• Recent, successful experience of supporting pupils with additional or complex needs.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Adaptable, patient and solution-focused.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and inclusive practice.
• Commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable learners.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent 1:1 in-school support for a pupil with complex needs.
• Act as a key link between the school and alternative provision, ensuring continuity of learning and approach.
• Support and facilitate a structured reintroduction into full-time education.
• Plan, deliver and adapt learning activities in line with teacher guidance and pupil needs.
• Build a strong, trusting relationship with the pupil to promote engagement, confidence and independence.
• Monitor, assess and report on progress, contributing to planning and review processes.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCO, external professionals and carers.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation through consistent strategies.

Skills

HLTA status

1:1 support

Communication skills

Education

HLTA status or equivalent experience

Job description

Dorchester Middle School in Dorchester is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to provide 1:1 support for a pupil with complex needs and to act as a key liaison with alternative provision, ensuring continuity of learning and successful reintegration into full-time education.

The role requires HLTA status or equivalent experience, strong safeguarding knowledge, and a collaborative approach with teachers, SENCO, carers and external professionals.