SEN Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd; Salford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay through PAYE

Job summary

Teaching Personnel are recruiting for a confident and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a specialist secondary provision in Salford. This rewarding role involves supporting students aged 11-19 with a range of complex additional needs, helping to deliver engaging learning experiences and providing high‑quality support both inside and outside of the classroom.

The school caters for pupils with Autism, Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or significant experience in a similar role.
• Experience working with children or young people with SEND.
• Strong understanding of classroom practice and behaviour management.
• Comfortable supporting personal care needs when required.

Responsibilities

• Delivering lessons and interventions to small groups and whole classes in the absence of the teacher.
• Supporting students to access the curriculum and meet their individual learning targets.
• Working closely with teaching staff to plan and deliver engaging activities.
• Providing behaviour, communication, and emotional support where required.
• Assisting with personal care when needed.
• Monitoring progress and providing feedback to teachers.
• Supporting students' independence, confidence, and social development.

Skills

HLTA qualification

SEND experience

Classroom management

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

SEN Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Salford | Full-Time | Term Time Only | September 2026 | Competitive salary based on experience

Teaching Personnel are recruiting for a confident and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a specialist secondary provision in Salford. This rewarding role involves supporting students aged 11-19 with a range of complex additional needs, helping to deliver engaging learning experiences and providing high‑quality support both inside and outside of the classroom.

The school caters for pupils with Autism, Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), physical disabilities, and complex medical needs. With a strong focus on inclusion, independence, and personalised learning, the school offers a supportive environment where pupils are encouraged to achieve their full potential.

The Role

• Delivering lessons and interventions to small groups and whole classes in the absence of the teacher
• Supporting students to access the curriculum and meet their individual learning targets
• Working closely with teaching staff to plan and deliver engaging activities
• Providing behaviour, communication, and emotional support where required
• Assisting with personal care when needed
• Monitoring progress and providing feedback to teachers
• Supporting students' independence, confidence, and social development

Requirements

• HLTA qualification or significant experience in a similar role
• Experience working with children or young people with SEND
• Strong understanding of classroom practice and behaviour management
• Comfortable supporting personal care needs when required
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Enhanced Child and Adult DBS registered on the Update Service (or willing to obtain one)

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Dedicated support from a specialist education consultant
• Access to ongoing CPD and training opportunities
• Competitive weekly pay through PAYE
• Flexible work to suit your lifestyle and career goals
• Opportunities for long‑term and permanent positions
• Rewarding roles that make a genuine difference in young people's lives

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HLTA looking to make a lasting impact within a supportive and well‑resourced specialist school setting.

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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.
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