HLTA - SEMH Provision

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a SEMH specialist provision in East Suffolk.

The role focuses on supporting secondary pupils with SEMH needs, covering lessons when required, delivering interventions, and running small group activities to boost engagement and progress. The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff and the wider support team to provide consistent reassurance and high-quality classroom support

Qualifications

• HLTA status or significant experience in an education setting.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH, SEND, or challenging behaviour.
• Calm, resilient and positive approach with learners.

Responsibilities

• Covering lessons to ensure continuity of learning.
• Delivering targeted interventions and small group sessions.
• Support pupils' educational and personal development across the curriculum.
• Build strong relationships with pupils and staff to promote progress.
• Collaborate with teachers and the wider support team to enable engagement.

Skills

HLTA experience

SEMH support

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Education

HLTA status

Job description

HLTA Required - SEMH Specialist Provision - East Suffolk

We are currently recruiting for experienced and passionate Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to join a supportive specialist education setting working with secondary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for an HLTA, experienced Teaching Assistant, or education professional who is passionate about making a positive difference to young people who may have faced barriers to learning.

The successful candidates will play a key role in supporting pupils' educational and personal development. Responsibilities will include covering lessons when required, supporting learning across the curriculum, delivering targeted interventions, and running small group sessions based on the needs of the pupils.

The Role:

• Supporting pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs
• Covering lessons when required to ensure continuity of learning
• Delivering intervention programmes and small group activities
• Supporting pupils with engagement, confidence, and progress
• Building positive relationships and providing consistent support
• Working closely with teaching staff and the wider support team

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• HLTA status or significant experience working as a Teaching Assistant in an education setting
• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH, SEND, or challenging behaviour
• A calm, resilient, and positive approach
• The ability to build strong relationships with young people
• Confidence supporting learning and managing classroom environments

This role would suit someone who enjoys a varied day, combining classroom support, lesson delivery, and targeted intervention work to help pupils achieve their potential.