TA/HLTA - SEMH Provision

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Colchester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD is seeking an experienced HLTA to join a SEMH specialist provision in East Suffolk. The role involves supporting pupils with SEMH, covering lessons, delivering interventions, and small-group work.

Ideal candidates will have HLTA status or strong TA background, experience with SEMH/SEND, and a calm, resilient approach to build positive relationships and support learning outcomes.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or significant experience as a Teaching Assistant in an education setting.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH, SEND, or challenging behaviour.
• Calm, resilient and positive approach.
• Ability to build strong relationships with young people.
• Confidence supporting learning and managing classroom environments.

Responsibilities

• Cover lessons as required to ensure continuity of learning.
• Support learning across the curriculum and deliver targeted interventions.
• Run small group sessions based on pupil needs.
• Deliver intervention programmes and support engagement and progress.

Skills

HLTA status

Teaching Assistant experience

SEMH/SEND experience

Calm, resilient, positive approach

Relationship building

Classroom management

Job description

HLTA Required - SEMH Specialist Provision - East Suffolk

We are currently recruiting for experienced and passionate Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to join a supportive specialist education setting working with secondary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is an excellent opportunity for an HLTA, experienced Teaching Assistant, or education professional who is passionate about making a positive difference to young people who may have faced barriers to learning. The successful candidates will play a key role in supporting pupils' educational and personal development.

Responsibilities will include covering lessons when required, supporting learning across the curriculum, delivering targeted interventions, and running small group sessions based on the needs of the pupils.

The Role

• Supporting pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs
• Covering lessons when required to ensure continuity of learning
• Delivering intervention programmes and small group activities
• Supporting pupils with engagement, confidence, and progress
• Building positive relationships and providing consistent support
• Working closely with teaching staff and the wider support team

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• HLTA status or significant experience working as a Teaching Assistant in an education setting
• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH, SEND, or challenging behaviour
• A calm, resilient, and positive approach
• The ability to build strong relationships with young people
• Confidence supporting learning and managing classroom environments

This role would suit someone who enjoys a varied day, combining classroom support, lesson delivery, and targeted intervention work to help pupils achieve their potential.