SEND HLTA

The Education Specialists; Wythenshawe; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Education Specialists are recruiting for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support pupils with Special Educational Needs in a specialist setting in Greater Manchester. The role involves 1:1 and small-group SEN support, and leading learning activities under teacher supervision.

You'll work with teachers to deliver differentiated learning, manage behaviours, and help pupils develop academic, social and emotional skills in a nurturing, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as HLTA, SEN TA or similar role.
• Experience with SEMH and challenging behaviour desirable.
• Ability to lead learning activities independently.
• Commitment to inclusive specialist education.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across the setting.
• Lead planned lessons and learning activities when required.
• Provide targeted 1:1 and small-group SEN support.
• Support pupils with SEMH, behavioural and emotional needs.
• Work with teachers to deliver differentiated learning.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Assist with behaviour management and emotional regulation.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to staff.
• Encourage independence, confidence and engagement.
• Support pupils to overcome barriers to learning.
• Contribute to a safe, nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Behaviour management

Communication

Relationship building

Calm demeanor

Education

QTS or equivalent

Enhanced DBS check

Job description

Permanent HLTA – Specialist Education Setting

Location: Greater Manchester

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:15am–4:00pm, term time only

Contract: Permanent

Start Date: ASAP / October 2026

The Education Specialists are recruiting on behalf of a specialist education setting in Greater Manchester for an experienced and committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team on a permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HLTA, Senior Teaching Assistant, LSA or experienced SEN TA who is looking to take the next step in their career within a specialist setting.

The Role

As a HLTA, you will play a key role in supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs, SEMH and complex learning needs, working closely with teachers and the wider support team.

You will have opportunities to lead learning activities, provide targeted 1:1 and small-group support, and contribute to the development of pupils' academic, social and emotional skills.

Experience supporting pupils with SEMH, Autism, ADHD and challenging behaviour would be highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across the setting
• Lead planned lessons and learning activities when required
• Provide targeted 1:1 and small-group SEN support
• Support pupils with SEMH, behavioural and emotional needs
• Work closely with teachers to deliver differentiated learning
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Support behaviour management and emotional regulation
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive engagement
• Support pupils to overcome barriers to learning
• Contribute to a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment

We Are Looking For

• Previous experience working as a HLTA, Senior TA or experienced SEN TA
• Strong experience supporting children or young people with SEN/SEND
• Experience with SEMH and challenging behaviour highly desirable
• Confident leading learning activities independently
• Calm, patient and resilient approach
• Strong behaviour-management and communication skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils
• A genuine passion for specialist education

We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.

As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent