Senior HLTA for SEMH & SEND - Calm, Impactful Support

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay via PAYE

Long-term placement

School hours only

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a long-term role in Blackpool. You will support vulnerable learners in a specialist SEMH setting, delivering whole-class cover, small-group interventions, and 1:1 support where needed.

Applicants should have HLTA status (Level 4) or extensive Level 3 TA experience, with trauma-informed approaches and de-escalation training. A DBS on Update Service is preferred.

Qualifications

• HLTA status (Level 4) or Level 3 TA with proven whole-class cover experience.
• Experience in SEMH settings (SEMH, AP, PRU, or SEND).
• Team Teach or MAPA training or willingness to train for positive handling.
• Patient, resilient, empathetic and able to stay calm under pressure.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Provide whole-class cover, PPA cover, and lead targeted small-group interventions.
• Work 1:1 and in small groups with pupils with SEMH, neurodiversity or behavioural needs.
• Plan and adapt practical activities with teachers to keep learners engaged.
• Implement positive behaviour management and trauma-informed approaches.
• Support emotional regulation, wellbeing and pupil confidence as a role model.
• Liaise with SENCO, pastoral team and parents regarding progress and welfare.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Trauma-informed

Positive handling

Education

HLTA Level 4

Level 3 TA

Tools

MAPA

Team Teach

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a long-term role in Blackpool. You will support vulnerable learners in a specialist SEMH setting, delivering whole-class cover, small-group interventions, and 1:1 support where needed.

Applicants should have HLTA status (Level 4) or extensive Level 3 TA experience, with trauma-informed approaches and de-escalation training. A DBS on Update Service is preferred.