Senior HLTA - SEND & Autism Support Leader

Aspire People; Manchester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to work in primary settings across Manchester and surrounding areas from November 2026. You will lead structured learning sessions, deliver targeted interventions and support pupils with SEND.

The role requires a recognised HLTA qualification or equivalent, recent UK school experience, strong communication and safeguarding awareness, and the ability to coordinate classroom support with teachers and SENCOs.

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or equivalent required.
• UK school experience within the last two years preferred.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND.
• Experience leading activities or coordinating support.
• Strong communication, organisation and safeguarding awareness.

Responsibilities

• Lead structured learning sessions and targeted interventions.
• Support pupils with autism, communication needs and developmental delays.
• Adapt activities to suit individual abilities.
• Encourage engagement, communication and independence.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Coordinate classroom support and daily routines.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and support staff.
• Provide personal care support where required.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Safeguarding

SEND experience

Education

HLTA qualification

Job description

Aspire People is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to work in primary settings across Manchester and surrounding areas from November 2026. You will lead structured learning sessions, deliver targeted interventions and support pupils with SEND.

The role requires a recognised HLTA qualification or equivalent, recent UK school experience, strong communication and safeguarding awareness, and the ability to coordinate classroom support with teachers and SENCOs.