Speech and Language Therapist Higher Level Teaching Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational institution in Bristol is seeking a qualified SALT HLTA to join their SEND Department. This role offers the opportunity to contribute significantly to student support and development. The successful candidate will help assess student needs, deliver personalized learning sessions, and provide feedback to enhance pupil achievement. Ideal candidates should hold an HLTA qualification and possess experience working with children in an educational setting.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience working with children in education.
• Experience with specific types of SEN.
• Ability to undertake a range of teaching activities with confidence.

Responsibilities

• Undertake screenings to assess the needs of students.
• Provide verbal feedback to students regarding progress.
• Plan challenging teaching objectives and evaluate lessons.
• Monitor student responses to learning activities.
• Deliver training and mentoring for other support staff.

Skills

Teaching activities

Assessment and monitoring of pupil progress

Working with specific types of SEN

Education

HLTA qualification

5 GCSEs including English and Maths

Job description

Overview

Bridge Learning Campus is seeking a qualified and enthusiastic SALT HLTA to join our Primary SEND Department and to support the progression of our pupils on the SEND register. This is a full-time maternity cover from a date to be agreed at the interview – but as soon as possible. Hours: Mon – Fri, 37 hours per week, 8:15am - 4:15pm Monday - Thursday, 8:15am - 3:45pm Friday. Contract: Term Time Only Plus Insets (Maternity Leave Cover up until April 2026). Start Date: As soon as possible. Interviews: Friday 3rd October 2025.

Bridge Learning Campus offers an all‑through setting with opportunities for professional development. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to the SEND Department and work with staff who are committed to high standards and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Undertake screenings, directed by the SALT/SENDCO, to assess the needs of students and develop interventions and strategies to support using specialist skills.
• Provide verbal feedback to students and staff regarding progress and achievement.
• Within an agreed supervision system, plan challenging teaching and learning objectives and evaluate and adjust lessons/work plans as appropriate.
• Monitor and evaluate student responses to learning activities through a range of assessment methods against learning objectives.
• Provide objective and accurate feedback and written reports on student achievement and progress, contributing to EHCPs, Pupil Passports, Annual Reviews and Pupil Learning Plans as required, with appropriate evidence.
• Maintain accurate records of support.
• Deliver training and mentoring for other support staff under the direction of the SALT/SENDCO.
• Hold regular team meetings with other appropriate staff.
• Deliver whole class sessions relating to SALT, e.g. vocabulary sessions.
• Plan and deliver bespoke learning activities for children under the guidance of the SENDCO/SALT.
• Deliver statutory provisions related to a child’s EHCP for communication and interaction under the guidance of the SENDCO/SALT.
• Contribute to meetings with outside professionals linked to a child’s EHCP (e.g., Educational Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, Visual Impairment Teacher, Teacher of the Deaf).
• Attend and contribute to liaison meetings with SALT for core referrals.
• Provide 1:1 support for assessments for identified children with EHCPs or significant SALT needs.

Job Requirements

• HLTA qualification (or awaiting confirmation).
• 5 GCSEs at grade C/Level 4 or above or equivalent including English and Maths.
• At least 2 years’ experience working with children in education.
• Experience working with specific types of SEN.
• Ability to undertake a range of teaching activities with confidence, working with individuals, groups and whole classes.
• Ability to contribute to assessment and monitoring of pupil progress.

Why join us?
As a Speech and Language Therapy Higher Learning Teaching Assistant at Bridge Learning Campus, you’ll be able to build upon your existing skillset in a supportive environment, with professional development, training, and career progression opportunities available.

Fluency Duty
The ability to converse at ease with pupils, parents and other users of the service and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.