SEN Secondary Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Bolton; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly PAYE pay

Dedicated education consultant support

Access to CPD training courses

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is recruiting a SEN Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a specialist SEN secondary school in Bolton. The role is full-time and term-time only, with an immediate start and weekly PAYE pay.

You will deliver interventions, support KS3/KS4, and work with staff to help students achieve academic and personal targets, including those with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and MLD.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
• Patient, proactive and adaptable approach.
• DBS via Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned interventions and learning activities.
• Provide classroom support across KS3 and KS4.
• Lead small group sessions and occasional whole-class cover.
• Support students with SEN to access learning and reach individual targets.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, parents, and external professionals.

Skills

SEN HLTA experience

Strong communication

Behaviour management

Patient and adaptable

Education

HLTA qualification

relevant educational experience

Job description

SEN Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Bolton | Full-Time | Term Time Only | Immediate Start Teaching Personnel

Looking for your next rewarding role in SEN education? Teaching Personnel is recruiting a dedicated SEN Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a supportive and specialist SEN secondary school in Bolton. This full-time, term-time-only position offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on young people with a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and moderate learning difficulties.

The Role

As a SEN HLTA, you'll work closely with teachers and support staff to deliver engaging learning opportunities, lead small group interventions, and provide tailored support to help students achieve both academically and personally.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned interventions and learning activities.
• Provide classroom support across KS3 and KS4.
• Lead small group sessions and occasional whole-class cover.
• Support students with SEN to access learning and reach individual targets.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, parents, and external professionals.

Requirements

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN.
• HLTA qualification or relevant educational experience desirable.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
• Patient, proactive, and adaptable approach.
• DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly PAYE pay
• Dedicated education consultant and ongoing support
• Free and discounted CPD training courses
• Access to long-term and permanent opportunities
• Flexible career development within education
• Referral bonus scheme and pension contributions