HLTA - Lead Lessons in SEMH School

GSL Education; Hull Bridge; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education Hull is currently recruiting an experienced and confident Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to work within a specialist secondary school in Hull.

The role involves leading lessons, supporting pupils with SEMH needs, and collaborating with staff to maintain high standards of learning and behaviour. The ideal candidate holds HLTA status or substantial experience and demonstrates excellent classroom management and resilience.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or substantial experience in a senior Teaching Assistant role.
• Experience in a secondary school or specialist education setting.
• Strong understanding of SEMH needs and challenging behaviour.
• Confident leading lessons and managing a classroom independently.
• Excellent behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• Patient, resilient and adaptable with strong relationships with young people.
• Genuine passion for supporting pupils facing barriers to education.

Responsibilities

• Leading whole-class learning and delivering pre-planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher.
• Suppor ting teaching staff with planning, preparation and assessment activities.
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH needs.
• Managing challenging behaviour using positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques.
• Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and participation.
• Maintaining clear classroom expectations, routines and boundaries.
• Adapting learning activities to meet individual needs and abilities.
• Supporting pupils with emotional regulation, social development and confidence.
• Working collaboratively with teachers and the wider school team to ensure pupils receive consistent support.

Skills

HLTA status

Job description

GSL Education Hull is currently recruiting an experienced and confident Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to work within a specialist secondary school in Hull.

The role involves leading lessons, supporting pupils with SEMH needs, and collaborating with staff to maintain high standards of learning and behaviour. The ideal candidate holds HLTA status or substantial experience and demonstrates excellent classroom management and resilience.