Maternity Cover HLTA for SEMH/SEN Support

Shire plc; Walsall; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Financial discounts

Health care plan

Cycle to work

Blue Light Card

CPD opportunities

Job summary

The Mercian Trust is seeking an HLTA to join Shire Oak Academy as part of its inclusive education team. You will support students with SEMH, anxiety, or communication needs, lead small-group interventions, and assist with EHCPs or support plans under the IAP Centre Lead.

You will engage in regular CPD on SEMH, trauma-informed practice, and inclusive education, helping to deliver high-quality, equitable education across our academy and contribute to social mobility and outcomes for our students.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or equivalent qualification/experience.
• GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above).
• Evidence of ongoing CPD in SEND/SEMH/communication needs.
• Experience supporting SEMH or communication needs and EHCPs.

Responsibilities

• Support SEMH interventions and small-group learning.
• Assist students with EHCPs or support plans.
• Champion inclusive practice and student voice within the IAP and wider school community.
• Engage in CPD linked to SEMH, autism, anxiety, trauma, neurodiversity, and inclusive education.

Skills

HLTA status

GCSE English

CPD in SEND SEMH

SEMH experience

Small-group activities

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

The Mercian Trust is seeking an HLTA to join Shire Oak Academy as part of its inclusive education team. You will support students with SEMH, anxiety, or communication needs, lead small-group interventions, and assist with EHCPs or support plans under the IAP Centre Lead.

You will engage in regular CPD on SEMH, trauma-informed practice, and inclusive education, helping to deliver high-quality, equitable education across our academy and contribute to social mobility and outcomes for our students.