SEN HLTA Rugby September 2026

Justteachers Ltd; Rugby; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd is recruiting an enthusiastic SEN HLTA to join a specialist SEN school in Rugby from September 2026. The role focuses on supporting pupils with diverse learning needs through targeted interventions and structured activities, enhancing both educational and pastoral outcomes.

The HLTA will lead lessons in the teacher’s absence, adapt materials to individual needs and work closely with a multidisciplinary team to monitor progress and promote independence and confidence in students.

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or substantial SEN support experience.
• Experience supporting children and young people with SEN.
• Knowledge of EHCPs and personalised learning strategies.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach to supporting pupils.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a specialist educational environment.
• Enhanced DBS check or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Deliver targeted interventions and structured learning activities.
• Provide classroom support and lead lessons in the absence of the teacher when required.
• Adapt resources and learning materials to meet individual pupil needs.
• Support pupils with communication, sensory and behavioural needs.
• Contribute to assessment, monitoring and reporting processes.
• Encourage pupil independence, confidence and engagement in learning.
• Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

SEN support experience

Collaborative working

Communication skills

Patience and resilience

Education

HLTA qualification

EHCP knowledge

Job description

About the role:

Justteachers are recruiting for an enthusiastic and caring SEN Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to work within a specialist SEN school in Rugby from September 2026. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting pupils with diverse learning needs, ensuring they receive the highest standard of educational and pastoral support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver targeted interventions and structured learning activities.
• Provide classroom support and lead lessons in the absence of the teacher when required.
• Adapt resources and learning materials to meet individual pupil needs.
• Support pupils with communication, sensory and behavioural needs.
• Contribute to assessment, monitoring and reporting processes.
• Encourage pupil independence, confidence and engagement in learning.
• Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Pre-requisites:

• HLTA qualification or substantial experience in a similar role.
• Experience supporting children and young people with SEN.
• Knowledge of EHCPs and personalised learning strategies.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach to supporting pupils.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a specialist educational environment.
• Enhanced DBS check or willingness to obtain one.