HLTA for SEND

Ladybridge High; Bolton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Ladybridge High School invites applications for a HLTA for SEND. The role supports teaching and learning for students with additional needs, working as part of the START Network team to enable swift progress within a warm, inclusive environment.

We seek an exceptional candidate with teamwork skills, curriculum understanding, and a commitment to helping every learner reach their potential. Safer recruitment practices apply.

Qualifications

• HLTA role with SEND support in school context.
• Ability to work within a team.
• Understanding of the curriculum and classroom roles.
• Passion for ensuring learners flourish and achieve.
• Experience with young people in educational settings.
• Ability to engage learners and help them fulfill potential.
• Ability to establish fair, respectful relationships.
• Strong verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective support for teaching and learning to help learners with additional needs secure swift progress.
• Work collaboratively within the START Network team and school staff.
• Assist teachers in implementing tailored learning activities and assessments.

Skills

Teamwork

Classroom support

Communication

Learner engagement

SEND understanding

Job description

HLTA for SEND

Grade F, SCP 17-23

Actual salary £24,769.00 to £27,493.00 per annum

34.5 hours per week, term time plus five days

Required for as soon as possible

Permanent contract

Ladybridge High School is a warm, friendly and successful school with a clear mission and agreed beliefs that are shared across the school community. We are focused on achieving strong academic outcomes through a rounded education that prepares our learners for life. We are committed to our ‘Trivium’ approach to education, which is summarised on our website here.

The wonderfully diverse population of learners, the emphasis on professional learning for staff and the friendly atmosphere make Ladybridge an interesting and enjoyable place to work.

We are seeking to appoint a HLTA for SEND in our START Network team to provide effective support for teaching and learning in school to enable learners with additional needs to secure swift progress.

We are looking for an exceptional candidate with:

• The ability to work effectively within a team environment
• A general understanding of the curriculum and of classroom roles and responsibilities
• A passion for ensuring that each and every learner flourishes and feels proud of their individual achievements
• Relevant experience of working with young people in an educational setting
• Ability to engage learners and a commitment to help them fulfill their potential
• The ability to establish fair, respectful and supportive relationships
• A high level of verbal and written communication

This is a unique opportunity to transform young people’s lives, and to develop professionally, in a distinctive and rapidly improving school.

Ladybridge High School is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to enhanced clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.