Lead HLTA: SEND & Inclusion in Small Groups

Shropshire Council; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Shropshire Council's Belvidere School in Shrewsbury is hiring a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support pupils struggling to access the full mainstream curriculum. The role involves leading planned activities for small groups and individuals, working with the SENCO and pastoral team, and fostering confidence, independence and positive learning habits.

The successful candidate will have HLTA status or an equivalent qualification or experience, experience with SEND, and the ability to

Qualifications

• HLTA status or equivalent qualification or experience.
• Experience of supporting pupils with SEND.
• Confident leading learning with small groups.
• Ability to work with pupils in inclusion rooms.
• Uses de-escalation strategies to support learning.
• Collaborates with colleagues to plan support and monitor progress.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Lead planned learning activities for small groups and individuals.
• Support pupils who struggle to access the full mainstream curriculum.
• Work with SENCO, teaching staff and pastoral team to reintegrate pupils.
• Maintain structured routines and calm environments in inclusion rooms.
• Monitor progress and contribute to reintegration into mainstream lessons.

Skills

HLTA status

SEND experience

Small group learning

Education

HLTA status or equivalent qualification

Job description

Shropshire Council's Belvidere School in Shrewsbury is hiring a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support pupils struggling to access the full mainstream curriculum. The role involves leading planned activities for small groups and individuals, working with the SENCO and pastoral team, and fostering confidence, independence and positive learning habits.

The successful candidate will have HLTA status or an equivalent qualification or experience, experience with SEND, and the ability to