SEND HLTA

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team in Hulme. This full-time role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on students aged 11-16, particularly those with additional needs. You will provide essential support through targeted interventions, build meaningful relationships, and act as a mentor to help students overcome challenges. With exceptional training and a supportive environment, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their career in education. Join a passionate team dedicated to delivering exceptional learning experiences.

Qualifications

• Degree with good classification in English required.
• Up-to-date safeguarding and Prevent awareness training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.
• Deliver targeted SEND learning interventions.

Skills

Experience in delivering interventions

Building connections with students

Mentoring and role modeling

Knowledge of SEND learning interventions

Education

Degree in English

High grades in English & Maths at GCSE

A level in English Literature or Language

Job description

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HLTA (or equivalent) - ASAP - Full time

We are working exclusively with a specialist secondary school in Hulme that is looking for someone to join their team as a HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) as soon as possible.

The school seeks an enthusiastic support staff member. The department is very strong, and successful candidates will receive exceptional training to support their role. They are looking for professionals with some experience supporting children and a genuine desire to help deliver exceptional learning experiences for pupils.

You need experience in delivering interventions such as speech and language, reading, etc. There is an emphasis on targeted SEND learning interventions, supporting both universal groups and individual students.

You will also be expected to work 1-1 with students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, and lead some small group sessions. The pupils are aged 11-16 (KS3/4), all with EHCP plans and additional needs, attending a specialist provision.

Your role involves building connections with students, acting as a mentor and role model, and forging strong relationships to overcome classroom barriers.

This position is suitable for someone pursuing a career in education, planning to undertake a PGCE, or with recent experience as a tutor/intervention lead. The role starts as soon as possible and is expected to last for the current academic year.

Position Details

• Location: Hulme
• Position: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (or equivalent)
• Type of work: HLTA
• Start date: ASAP
• Likely duration: Ongoing
• Contract type: Temp to Perm
• Full time
• Pay rate: GBP 120 per day
• Hours: 8:30 am – 4 pm, Monday to Friday

Experience, Training, and Qualifications

• Degree with a good classification, in English
• High grades in English & Maths at GCSE level
• A level in English Literature or Language
• Previous experience working with young people (referenceable) is desirable but not essential
• Up-to-date safeguarding training issued in the last year (training can be provided)
• Up-to-date Prevent awareness training issued in the last 3 years (training can be provided)

Eligibility through Prospero Teaching

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced DBS registered on the update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide professional references covering the last 2 years