SEMH HLTA

The HireWorks Ltd; Stanstead St Margarets; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The HireWorks Ltd in Stansted Abbots is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join an outstanding SEN School and Specialist Sports College. You will support teaching and learning across the school, working with teachers and therapists to help pupils achieve their goals and overcome challenges.

This role offers strong professional development, extensive CPD, and a clear pathway for progression into senior HLTA, pastoral, or curriculum-support roles within a collaborative,

Qualifications

• HLTA status or substantial HLTA level experience desirable.
• Experience in an SEN setting is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident in leading learning and supporting classroom delivery.
• Able to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and staff.
• Adaptable, resilient and solution-focused to help pupils succeed.
• Committed to inclusion, respect, ambition and care for pupils.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality learning activities for individuals, small groups and whole classes.
• Support teachers with lesson planning, preparation and assessment.
• Lead lessons in the absence of a teacher and keep pupils engaged.
• Deliver targeted interventions to develop academic, social and emotional skills.
• Support pupils with a range of SEN to access learning and achieve success.
• Build positive relationships that encourage confidence and independence.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and families to ensure pupil needs are met.

Skills

HLTA status

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptable

Leadership

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – SEN School & Specialist Sports College

Stansted Abbots, Hertfordshire | Full-Time | Term Time Only

Lead, Inspire and Make Every Day Count.

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant ready to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive on helping young people overcome challenges, celebrate success, and realise their potential?

If you're looking for a role where you can have a real impact while continuing to grow professionally, we'd love to hear from you.

An exceptional SEN School and Specialist Sports College in Stansted Abbots is seeking an enthusiastic, confident, and compassionate Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join its outstanding team.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a school that is renowned for its inclusive ethos, exceptional facilities, and commitment to helping both pupils and staff achieve their very best.

Why This School?

This is far more than a place of learning—it's a vibrant, supportive community where every individual is encouraged to succeed.

The school provides a highly personalised education for pupils with Special Educational Needs, combining outstanding teaching with specialist support, sport, therapeutic provision, and life skills to help every student flourish.

With a collaborative leadership team, welcoming staff, and a culture built around respect, encouragement, and opportunity, it's a fantastic place to build your career.

The Role

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you'll play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across the school, working alongside teachers and specialist staff to help pupils achieve their goals.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering high-quality learning activities for individuals, small groups, and whole classes when required.
• Supporting teachers with lesson planning, preparation, and assessment.
• Leading lessons in the absence of a teacher, ensuring pupils remain engaged and supported.
• Delivering targeted interventions that help pupils develop academically, socially, and emotionally.
• Supporting pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs to access learning and achieve success.
• Building positive relationships that encourage confidence, independence, and resilience.
• Working closely with teachers, therapists, and families to ensure every pupil receives the support they need.

Every day offers new opportunities to inspire, motivate, and make a genuine difference.

Incredible Facilities

This specialist school offers an exceptional environment designed to help every pupil thrive.

You’ll benefit from working in a setting that features:

• Outstanding specialist teaching facilities.
• Excellent sports and physical education facilities that promote confidence, teamwork, and wellbeing.
• Purpose-built sensory and therapeutic spaces.
• Modern classrooms equipped to support a wide range of learning needs.
• Outdoor learning environments that encourage exploration, independence, and personal development.

These facilities allow staff to deliver creative, engaging, and meaningful learning experiences every day.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re searching for someone who:

• Holds HLTA status or has substantial experience working at HLTA level.
• Is passionate about supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is confident leading learning and supporting classroom delivery.
• Builds positive, trusting relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Is adaptable, resilient, and solution-focused.
• Brings enthusiasm, positivity, and a genuine commitment to helping young people succeed.

Experience within an SEN setting is highly desirable, but above all we’re looking for someone who shares the school’s values of inclusion, respect, ambition, and care.

Outstanding Career Progression

This school is passionate about developing its people. Whether your ambition is to specialise in SEND, move into teaching, pastoral leadership, or senior support roles, you’ll be supported every step of the way.

You’ll benefit from:

• Extensive CPD and specialist SEN training.
• Leadership development opportunities.
• Progression into senior HLTA, pastoral, intervention, and curriculum support roles.
• Teacher training pathways.
• Ongoing mentoring from experienced educational professionals.
• A leadership team that actively invests in internal progression and recognises talent.

Your career won’t stand still here—it will flourish.

What’s On Offer?

• A welcoming and highly supportive team
• Outstanding specialist sports and learning facilities
• Excellent professional development and training
• Genuine opportunities for career progression
• A collaborative and positive working environment

The opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of incredible young people every single day.

Ready to Take the Lead?

If you’re an ambitious HLTA looking for a role where you can inspire pupils, support colleagues, and continue developing your own career, this is an opportunity not to be missed.

Join a school where every achievement is celebrated, every pupil is valued, and every member of staff is empowered to succeed.

Apply today and become part of an exceptional SEN School and Specialist Sports College in Stansted Abbots, where your expertise, passion, and commitment will help shape brighter futures.