HLTA - SEND Provision

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

Job summary

A leading teaching agency in London is recruiting a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a supportive SEND provision. The role involves teaching, adaptive lesson planning, and working closely with a dedicated team to enhance the educational experience of children with complex needs. Candidates should have an HLTA qualification or significant experience as a teaching assistant, with a focus on nurturing and enabling every child to succeed academically and socially. The position offers a full-time, term-time contract with a competitive salary.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Excellent leadership and SEND practice

Supportive school culture

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with ASD and communication needs.
• Calm, patient, nurturing, and highly adaptable.
• Skilled in creating structured learning opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily teaching in the SEND class.
• Plan lessons with the SENDCO.
• Lead small-group interventions focusing on key skills.
• Monitor pupil progress and support learning plans.

Skills

Supporting children with complex SEND

Adaptive lesson planning

Behaviour management strategies

Collaboration within a multi-disciplinary team

Creating structured, accessible learning opportunities

Education

HLTA qualification or substantial TA experience

Job description

HLTA - SEND Provision

Location: Tower Hamlets, London

Posted 2 days ago

Contract: Full-time, term-time only (5th January – 22nd July 2026)

Job reference: SWL98765_1764758453

Salary: £120 – £150 per day

About the SEND Provision

SANZA Teaching Agency is excited to recruit an experienced and passionate Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join the SEND provision of a welcoming 2‑form entry primary school in Tower Hamlets. The school is just a short walk from Mile End station and offers a supportive, inclusive, and nurturing environment where staff and pupils thrive.

• 3 children with complex needs who attend full‑time
• An additional 5 pupils joining at scheduled times throughout the day
• A stable team of 2 full‑time Teaching Assistants working alongside the HLTA
• Close planning and support from the school's experienced SENDCO

The provision is structured, nurturing, and designed to support communication, sensory regulation, emotional development, and personalised progress.

Your Responsibilities

• Deliver daily teaching within the SEND class using adaptive, structured, and nurturing approaches.
• Plan lessons collaboratively with the SENDCO, ensuring each child's individual needs and EHCP targets are fully supported.
• Lead small‑group and targeted interventions focusing on communication, independence, literacy, numeracy, and life skills.
• Work closely with two dedicated TAs to provide consistent, high‑quality support.
• Use visuals, sensory strategies, structured routines, and communication aids effectively.
• Maintain calm, positive behaviour‑support strategies across the provision.
• Monitor pupil progress, contribute to assessment, and support personalised learning plans.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and parents to ensure consistent, wrap‑around support.

About You

• HLTA qualification or substantial teaching assistant experience with confidence delivering whole‑class input.
• Strong experience supporting children with complex SEND, including ASD, communication needs, sensory needs, and global developmental delay.
• Calm, patient, nurturing, and highly adaptable.
• Skilled in creating structured, accessible learning opportunities.
• Confident working within a multi‑disciplinary team.
• Passionate about enabling every child to flourish academically, emotionally, and socially.

Why This Role Is Fantastic

• A supportive, well‑established SEND provision with small class sizes.
• Excellent leadership and strong SEND practice.
• Welcoming, collaborative school culture within a 2‑form entry setting.
• Outstanding transport links – minutes from Mile End station.
• Pay dependent on your experience and skills.
• Strong opportunities for professional development through SANZA.

Ready to Apply?

Contact: Stephanie Watson – 020 7845 6240 | Email: [e-mail]

Why Apply Through SANZA Teaching Agency?

• Competitive daily rates (dependent on experience).
• Tailored support from a dedicated consultant.
• We proudly support passionate educators in roles where they can make a lasting difference.

SANZA Teaching Agency holds the REC Audited Education Gold Standard and is committed to equal opportunities and safeguarding all children.