HLTA – SEND Specialist for ASC & SLD (Uxbridge)

TeacherActive Limited.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

Dedicated SEND consultant

Access to long-term and permanent SEND

CPD and professional development

Support throughout placement

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a specialist SEND setting in Uxbridge, West London. You will support pupils with ASC and SLD, lead small groups, and deliver pre-planned lessons with flexibility for classroom cover.

The ideal candidate will have HLTA-level experience in SEND, strong behaviour management, and the ability to adapt activities to EHCP targets. DBS Update Service or willingness to obtain one is required.

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or substantial HLTA-level experience
• Experience in a SEND setting or specialist provision
• Strong experience supporting pupils with ASC and/or SLD
• Confidence in leading groups and delivering learning activities
• Understanding of complex communication and sensory needs
• Strong behaviour management skills
• Patient, resilient and nurturing approach
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with ASC, SLD and additional complex learning needs
• Lead small-group and individual learning activities
• Deliver pre-planned lessons and provide classroom cover when required
• Adapt activities to meet EHCP targets
• Support pupils with communication, sensory and behavioural needs
• Work with verbal and non-verbal pupils using appropriate communication strategies
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and other support professionals
• Maintain a calm, structured and positive learning environment

Skills

HLTA experience

SEND background

ASC/SLD experience

Behaviour management

Communication strategies

Education

HLTA qualification

Job description

TeacherActive is recruiting for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a specialist SEND setting in Uxbridge, West London. You will support pupils with ASC and SLD, lead small groups, and deliver pre-planned lessons with flexibility for classroom cover.

The ideal candidate will have HLTA-level experience in SEND, strong behaviour management, and the ability to adapt activities to EHCP targets. DBS Update Service or willingness to obtain one is required.