Senior HLTA – Lead SEN Classes in East London

Realise Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Realise Education is recruiting an experienced HLTA for a specialist SEN primary school in Newham, East London. You will support teaching and learning across primary ages, lead classes in the teacher's absence, and deliver targeted interventions for pupils with SEN and SEMH.

The role offers ongoing, regular work with trial opportunities after the October half term. Enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks apply. Competitive daily rates depend on experience.

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or demonstrable HLTA-level experience.
• Experience with children with SEN, SEMH, autism or complex learning needs.
• Able to lead a classroom independently and deliver planned lessons.
• Strong behaviour management skills and ability to stay calm in challenging situations.
• Resilient, adaptable, patient and proactive.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, teachers and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead classes and deliver pre-planned lessons in the teacher's absence.
• Support teaching and learning across different primary age groups.
• Deliver targeted interventions and small-group learning activities.
• Support pupils with complex SEN and challenging behaviour.
• Implement positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs and abilities.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and encourage emotional regulation.
• Work closely with teachers, SEN support staff and the wider pastoral team.
• Maintain a safe, structured and supportive classroom environment.

Skills

Classroom management

SEN experience

Behaviour management

Adaptability

Education

HLTA qualification

Job description

Realise Education is recruiting an experienced HLTA for a specialist SEN primary school in Newham, East London. You will support teaching and learning across primary ages, lead classes in the teacher's absence, and deliver targeted interventions for pupils with SEN and SEMH.

The role offers ongoing, regular work with trial opportunities after the October half term. Enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks apply. Competitive daily rates depend on experience.