SEN Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Academics; Greater London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Leatherhead seeks a SEN Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support children with Autism and other complex needs. The position involves planning interventions for emotional and social skill development, and requires specific educational qualifications and relevant training. This permanent role offers a salary between £27,713 - £30,250 per annum, plus a £2,000 joining bonus.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English required.
• Minimum Grade 4 or equivalent essential.
• Willingness to achieve ELSA/THRIVE qualification in first 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver individualized programmes of support.
• Develop students' emotional literacy and coping skills.
• Promote social interaction and good self-esteem.

Skills

Emotional literacy

Stress management

Social interaction

Resilience skills

Education

GCSE Maths and English (min Grade 4)

Higher Level Teaching Assistant Diploma or equivalent Level 4 qualification

Level 5 qualification related to the subject area

ELSA/THRIVE qualification

Mental health first aid training

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22.06.2025

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Job Description:

SEN Higher Level Teaching Assistant – HLTA - Autism - Leatherhead

Company: Academics – SEN Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Leatherhead

Job Type: Permanent - £27,713 - £30,250 per annum plus a £2000 joining bonus

Sector: Education and Training

The School: HLTA - Education and Training

The school is based in Leatherhead and provides support for children aged 11-16 years with ASD and other complex or anxiety related needs who may present with challenging behaviours associated with their diagnosis. Some pupils may have multiple learning difficulties. All students that attend the school have a designated Education Health Care Plan (EHCP) which details their specific needs in terms of the care and support they will have access to. The pupils at the school can struggle to form string, healthy relationships and can present high levels of anxiety and challenging behaviour.

What is involved: HLTA - Education and Training

Delivering interventions

* Plan and deliver individualised programmes of support for children to develop their emotional literacy, including:

* Awareness of own and other people’s emotions
* Development of an increased range of emotional vocabulary
* Management of stress, grief, anxiety, anger and conflict
* Development of social interaction and friendship skills
* Promotion of a realistic self-concept and good self-esteem
* Coping with significant life changes including loss and bereavement
* Developing Resilience skills

What is required: SEN Higher Level Teaching Assistant – HLTA - Leatherhead

* GCSE Maths and English qualification minimum Grade 4 or equivalent is essential.
* ELSA/THRIVE qualification desirable, if not already got must be willing to achieve in first 2 years in post.
* Level 5 qualification related to the subject area desirable
* Mental health first aid training desirable
* The Higher Level Teaching Assistant Diploma or equivalent Level 4 qualification, or demonstrate equivalent skill level.

Summary: SEN Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Leatherhead

* SEN Higher Level Teaching Assistant – HLTA - Autism
* £27,713 - £30,250 - 40 hours per week - Term Time only - Start time 8.15am - Finish time Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday 4.45pm. Thursday 5pm and Friday
* May 25 or later in the year depending on your availability
* Apply via this advert or call Ben Mason on 01483 362393 for more details.