HLTA. Job in Southwark Education & Training Jobs

SANZA Teaching Agency; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational recruitment agency in South Bermondsey is looking for a skilled HLTA to lead a small SEND class. This role offers the opportunity to be part of a new, nurturing SEND base at an Ofsted Outstanding primary school. The ideal candidate should be experienced in managing diverse SEND needs and have a passion for creating inclusive learning environments. The position includes full-time work during term time with a competitive daily salary and a highly supportive school culture.

Benefits

Opportunities for ongoing training

Supportive inclusion team

Access to external specialists

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEND needs, particularly ASD and SEMH.
• Comfortable managing a classroom independently.
• Passionate about inclusive education and personal development.

Responsibilities

• Lead teaching and learning for a small SEND group.
• Deliver personalized learning programs and structured interventions.
• Support behavior regulation using positive approaches.

Skills

Experience with SEND needs

Ability to manage small classes

Strong behaviour management skills

Relationship building

Reflective and resilient

Education

HLTA qualification

Job description

HLTA Provision - Mainstream School

Location: South Bermondsey, Southwark
Salary: 100-130 per day (PAYE only)
Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only
Start: January 2025 - July 2025

SEND HLTA - Introduction

SANZA Teaching Agency are working with a forward-thinking, inclusive primary school in South Bermondsey who are launching a brand-new SEND base next year. They are looking for a skilled and confident SEND HLTA to lead a small class for children with individual needs and bespoke learning plans.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of something new, meaningful and exceptionally well-supported. The school are trialling this provision to give their SEND learners a highly nurturing, specialist environment - and they want someone experienced, calm and capable to help shape it from the ground up.

About the School

This warm, well-organised Ofsted Outstanding Primary School is known for its inclusive ethos, strong leadership and commitment to ensuring that every child thrives. Staff wellbeing and support are taken seriously, and the SENCO is highly regarded for being hands‑on, approachable, and passionate about excellent SEND practice.

What makes this school a fantastic place to work:

• A brand-new SEND base, purpose‑built for small classes
• Highly supportive Headteacher, SENCO and Inclusion Team
• A strong culture of teamwork, compassion and problem‑solving
• Access to external specialists, EP support and therapeutic interventions
• A genuinely kind and collaborative staff team who welcome new ideas
• Excellent behaviour systems, clear routines and a nurturing approach
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
• A school that values staff wellbeing and understands the demands of SEND roles

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading teaching and learning for the small group with support from the SENCO
• Delivering personalised learning programmes and structured interventions
• Working closely with external agencies and inclusion specialists
• Supporting behaviour regulation using positive, restorative approaches
• Running daily routines, visuals, timetables and sensory breaks
• Maintaining clear communication with parents and carers
• Managing support staff in the room, ensuring consistency and clarity

This is a role for someone confident in their practice, comfortable leading learning, and ready to help build a new SEND base.

The ideal candidate will be:

• An experienced HLTA and SEND Practitioner
• Confident managing a small class independently
• Knowledgeable about a range of SEND needs (ASD, SEMH, speech & language)
• Calm, consistent and strong on behaviour routines
• Able to differentiate learning and deliver structured interventions
• Great at building relationships with parents, staff and pupils
• Reflective, resilient, and passionate about inclusive education

Candidates with experience in specialist provisions, nurture groups, resource bases or PRU / SEND settings are especially encouraged to apply.