Senior HLTA for SEND School — Autism & Communication Support

TeacherActive Limited.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a specialist SEND school in Kensington and Chelsea, West London. Immediate start, with a Full-Time or Temporary/Long-Term contract.

You will support pupils with Autism and complex learning needs, delivering pre-planned lessons under the direction of the class teacher. Join a dedicated team in a structured environment, providing 1:1 and small-group interventions, using PECS/Makaton where appropriate and

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or substantial HLTA-level experience.
• Experience in a SEND school or specialist setting.
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism and complex needs.
• Confident in leading activities and delivering lessons when required.
• Knowledge of PECS, Makaton or AAC is advantageous.
• Strong safeguarding and behaviour management understanding.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with Autism and complex learning needs.
• Lead classroom activities and deliver pre-planned lessons.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group interventions.
• Support planning, preparing and delivering differentiated learning activities.
• Use PECS, Makaton, visual timetables and AAC when appropriate.
• Promote positive behaviour and independence.
• Develop social interaction and essential life skills.
• Contribute to EHCPs and collaborate with staff.

Skills

HLTA qualification

SEND school experience

Autism support

PECS

Makaton

Job description

TeacherActive is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a specialist SEND school in Kensington and Chelsea, West London. Immediate start, with a Full-Time or Temporary/Long-Term contract.

You will support pupils with Autism and complex learning needs, delivering pre-planned lessons under the direction of the class teacher. Join a dedicated team in a structured environment, providing 1:1 and small-group interventions, using PECS/Makaton where appropriate and