HLTA - Internal INSPIRE: Inclusive SEMH Support

WMJobs; Walsall; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

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Job summary

Shire Oak Academy in Walsall seeks a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join the Internal Alternative Provision INSPIRE team. You will support targeted interventions and act as a key adult for INSPIRE students within a trauma-informed setting.

The role emphasises SEND/SEMH CPD and collaboration with the IAP to promote inclusive education and student wellbeing across the academy community.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or equivalent qualification/experience.
• GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above).
• Evidence of CPD in SEND/SEMH/communication needs.
• Experience supporting SEMH, anxiety, or communication needs.
• Experience leading interventions or small-group learning.
• Experience supporting students with EHCPs or support plans.
• Experience in trauma-informed/attachment-aware environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver targeted small group and 1:1 interventions across subjects to meet student needs.
• Act as a key adult and trusted figure for INSPIRE students.
• Champion inclusive practice and student voice within the IAP and wider school community.
• Engage in CPD linked to SEMH, autism, anxiety, trauma, and inclusive education.

Skills

HLTA status or equivalent

Experience with SEMH

Interventions / small-group learning

Experience with EHCPs

Trauma-informed / attachment-aware

CPD in SEND/SEMH

Education

GCSE English & Maths (Grade 4/C+)

Job description

Shire Oak Academy in Walsall seeks a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join the Internal Alternative Provision INSPIRE team. You will support targeted interventions and act as a key adult for INSPIRE students within a trauma-informed setting.

The role emphasises SEND/SEMH CPD and collaboration with the IAP to promote inclusive education and student wellbeing across the academy community.