HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant)

Academics Ltd; Midsomer Norton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational agency is seeking an HLTA specializing in supporting students with SEND and EAL. The successful candidate will lead literacy interventions and support learners in achieving their curriculum goals. This full-time, permanent position requires strong communication skills and experience with SEND and EAL learners. An enhanced DBS is necessary for application.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with SEND and EAL.
• Ability to plan, deliver, and assess targeted literacy interventions.
• Commitment to promoting an inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored literacy interventions in phonics, reading, writing, and spelling.
• Monitor pupil progress and report accordingly.
• Provide support for EAL students and promote inclusion.

Skills

Supporting SEND learners

Strong communication

Teamwork

Planning interventions

Delivering assessments

Job description

Overview

HLTA - SEND & EAL Support

Full-time | Permanent | BA2

Academics is looking for an outstanding HLTA with a specialism in supporting students with SEND and English as an Additional Language (EAL). The successful candidate will lead targeted literacy and EAL interventions, planning, delivering, and assessing small group and one-to-one support to ensure all learners can access and achieve in the curriculum.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored literacy interventions (phonics, reading, writing, spelling)
• Monitor and track pupil progress, reporting to SENCo
• Provide targeted support for EAL students and promote inclusion
• Assist with induction, pastoral care, and home support strategies
• Maintain accurate records and provide feedback to teaching staff

Requirements

• Experience supporting SEND and EAL learners
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to plan, deliver, and assess interventions
• Commitment to promoting an inclusive and aspirational learning environment
• Enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to obtain one

Please apply online, and a member of the Academics Bristol team will contact you ASAP.

About Academics

Academics is a national educational recruitment agency with nearly 20 years of experience, proudly supporting schools across Bristol, Bath and the surrounding areas. Our supportive and knowledgeable team is always on hand to offer guidance and advice as you apply for teaching and support roles.