HLTA - Primary SEND

Axcis Education Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is seeking a confident Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support a primary school in Havering. The role involves leading interventions for students with additional needs, covering classes, and working closely with the SENCO. Required qualifications include HLTA or equivalent experience. This full-time position offers a competitive daily rate and the opportunity to make a significant impact on students’ progress.

Benefits

Referral bonus of £50 in shopping vouchers

Qualifications

• Must have HLTA qualification or equivalent experience leading groups and covering lessons.
• Solid background in supporting children with SEND, including autism and ADHD.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Leading small group interventions for pupils with additional needs.
• Covering classes in the absence of the class teacher.
• Supporting students with autism, ADHD, and speech and language needs.

Skills

HLTA qualification or equivalent

Background in supporting children with SEND

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Organised and flexible

Job description

Overview

HLTA – Primary SEND – Havering | From £110/day | Primary | Havering | Full-Time | Long-Term. Axcis are supporting a thriving primary school in Havering who are looking for a confident Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to work across their SEND provision. The school has a nurturing ethos, an ambitious leadership team, and is proud of its inclusive curriculum. Easily reached by rail and bus, with parking available, it’s a fantastic location for East London and Essex-based candidates.

Responsibilities

• Leading small group interventions for pupils with additional needs.
• Covering classes in the absence of the class teacher, ensuring learning continues smoothly.
• Supporting students with autism, ADHD, and speech and language needs across KS1 and KS2.
• Working closely with the SENCO to deliver targeted support and track progress.

What we’re looking for

• HLTA qualification (or equivalent experience leading groups and covering lessons).
• A solid background in supporting children with SEND.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Organised, flexible and committed to inclusion.

This is an exciting chance to step up into a lead role within a supportive SEND setting. You’ll gain invaluable experience and make a lasting impact on pupils’ progress and confidence.

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Max Anastasiou on 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1069.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don’t forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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Contact: Max Anastasiou

Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 1069