Primary SEN HLTA

Teaching Personnel; Oldham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education staffing agency in Oldham is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support children with Special Educational Needs in a primary school. This role involves delivering lessons, leading sessions, and adapting resources for diverse learning needs. Candidates should have an HLTA qualification, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of safeguarding. Competitive daily rates and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Flexible working

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Previous experience working with children or vulnerable adults with complex needs.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update service (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned lessons and interventions under the guidance of the class teacher.
• Lead small group and one-to-one sessions to support learning.
• Adapt resources and activities to meet individual pupil needs.
• Monitor and record pupil progress.

Skills

Excellent communication

Behaviour management

Adapt teaching strategies

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Location: Oldham
Contract: Full-time, Temporary (Agency)
Start Date: ASAP
Pay Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) looking for a rewarding role in a Special Educational Needs (SEN) primary school? We are seeking a dedicated professional to join a supportive team and make a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs. In this role you will be supporting children with a range of complex needs such as Autism, struggles with their speech and language, Physical disabilities and Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD).

Job Responsibilities

As an HLTA in this SEN setting, you will:

• Deliver planned lessons and interventions under the guidance of the class teacher.
• Lead small group and one-to-one sessions to support learning and development.
• Cover whole classes during teacher absence.
• Adapt resources and activities to meet individual pupil needs.
• Support pupils with a range of SEN, including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and complex learning needs.
• Implement behaviour management strategies and promote positive behaviour.
• Assist with personal care and emotional regulation where required.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, feeding back to teachers and SENCO.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff to create an inclusive learning environment.
• Contribute to the preparation of classroom materials and displays.
• Ensure safeguarding and health & safety policies are followed at all times.

Requirements

• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience working with children or vulnerable adults with complex needs.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Excellent communication and behaviour management skills.
• Ability to adapt teaching strategies to meet individual needs.
• Employment references covering the last 24 months
• An enhanced DBS on the Update service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Safeguarding training (provided by Teaching Personnel)

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates.
• Flexible working through our agency.
• Ongoing professional development and support.
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact in a specialist setting.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about supporting children with SEN and meet the above criteria, apply today by sending in your CV.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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