HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant)

Academics Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency seeks a dedicated HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) in Bristol, England. This permanent role emphasizes creating tailored lessons for children with autism and complex needs. Candidates should have proven experience, excellent communication skills, and a passion for making a positive impact in education. The position offers the chance to support the social and emotional needs of learners in a specialist setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Primary HLTA or in a specialist setting.
• Passion for education and training with a focus on children with additional needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, high-quality lessons tailored to children with autism.
• Create a safe and nurturing learning environment.
• Plan and deliver personalized education and training programs.

Skills

Experience in specialist education

Communication skills

Resilience

Creativity

Adaptability

Job description

HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) - Bristol - Education and Training
Start Date: April 2025 (Earlier start date available for the right candidate)

Are you an experienced Primary HLTA or someone with a background in specialist education looking to take the next step in your career? We are offering a fantastic opportunity to join an independent setting in Bristol as a HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant). This is a permanent position, ideal for individuals passionate about education and training and dedicated to supporting children with autism and complex needs.

About the Role:

This exciting role as a HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) allows you to have a meaningful impact on children's education and well-being, helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. As an HLTA, you will be responsible for:

• Delivering engaging, high-quality lessons tailored to the needs of children with autism and complex needs.
• Creating a safe and nurturing learning environment that promotes positive outcomes for all learners.
• Planning and delivering personalized education and training programs in line with the school's specialist curriculum.
• Working closely with a multidisciplinary team, including therapists and external agencies, to ensure the best outcomes for each child.
• Supporting the social, emotional, and mental health needs of learners by implementing behaviour management strategies.
• Contributing to the school's wider ethos of providing outstanding specialist education.

About You:

To excel in this role as a HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant), you will need:

• Proven experience as a Primary HLTA or within a specialist setting supporting children with autism and complex needs.
• A genuine passion for education and training, with a focus on making a difference in the lives of children with additional needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with learners, colleagues, and parents/carers.
• Resilience, creativity, and adaptability to respond effectively to the needs of the learners.
• The desire to grow professionally and take on new challenges within a specialist educational environment.

For more information about this fantastic opportunity in Bristol, please apply online today.

HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) - Bristol - Education and Training - SEN