As a HLTA at Clarity, you'll be at the heart of our school's mission, supporting every pupil to grow academically, emotionally, and socially. Your role will be diverse, meaningful, and deeply impactful, including:
- Delivering a tailor-made curriculum to small groups of 5-6 pupils, ensuring their individual needs are met.
- Leading on a subject area (with support from our Curriculum Lead) and help shape engaging, therapeutic lessons.
- Supporting our therapeutic approach, helping pupils with low-level dysregulation and mental health needs feel safe, understood, and ready to learn.
- Planning and participating in local activities and outings, using the community as aliving classroom.
- Transporting pupils to and from school and activities (a full driving license and sole use of a car are essential).
- Collaborating with a team of dedicated professionals who share your passion for SEND education and emotional well-being.
- Small class sizes (4-6 pupils) mean maximum impact-your work will be visible, meaningful, and rewarding.
- Therapeutic focus ensures we meet pupils where they are, helping them thrive emotionally and academically.
- Independent school status means flexibility and innovation-we're not bound by rigid systems, so we can adapt and tailor everything to our pupils' needs.
Working Hours:
- Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Tuesday to Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
- Daily protected 30-minute lunch break.
- 36.5 hours per week, term-time only.
- Has substantial recent school-based experience supporting pupils with SEND (particularly high-functioning, social, emotional and communication difficulties).
- Is passionate about therapeutic approaches to behaviour and learning.
- Holds a Grade 4/C or above in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).
- Has a full driving license and sole access to a car (essential for transporting pupils).
- Is flexible, patient, and deeply empathetic-because at Clarity, heart matters as much as skill.
- HLTA status is preferred, but we warmly welcome experienced Learning Support Assistants who are eager to progress.
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Why This Role is More Than Just a Job At Clarity Independent School, we don't just educate, we nurture, inspire, and transform lives. If you're a compassionate, creative, and dedicated professional looking to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people and wanting to work in a school with an industry-leading staff wellbeing package, this is your opportunity to join a warm, supportive, and highly rewarding team., We're not just offering a job-we're offering a defined career pathway with purpose, support, and genuine satisfaction. Here's what makes Clarity Independent School a special place to work.
Competitive Salary + Incentives:
- Trainee HLTA: Actual Salary £22,952.80- £24,898.46 (FTE £29,327.24- £31,813.25)
- Qualified HLTA: Actual Salary £25,311.77- £28,422.01 (FTE £32,341.35- £36.315.36)
- Recruitment Incentive: £2,000 payment upon successful completion of working first academic year (T&C apply).
Comprehensive Benefits:
- Full pension scheme and medical cash-back plan.
- 10 paid term-time "wellbeing days"to recharge and refresh.
- 24/7 Wellbeing Support, including free face-to-face counselling and supervision sessions.
- Annual pay rises (we reward loyalty and dedication!).
Work-Life Balance:
- Protected lunch breaks in our quiet, staff retreat area.
- Generous non-contact time each week to plan, reflect, and recharge.
- Additional paid, weekly, CPD time to grow your skills.
Investment in You:
- Full financial support and training time to achieve your HLTA qualification (if you're not already qualified).
- Once completed, a continuous, personalised CPD programme of external accredited courses to further build your skills.
- Access to generous budgets for teaching resources, including personal ICT and SEND budgets for each child.
A Supportive, Nurturing Team:
- Work alongside empathic, professional, and like-minded colleagues who are just as committed to making a difference.
- Staff "thank you" events throughout the year to celebrate and appreciate you.
- Refreshments provided daily-because even small comforts matter!
Job Security + Stability:
- Term-time only, with no unexpected surprises.
- A small school environment where your voice and contributions are valued.
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Contact Details:
Clarity Independent School Recruitment Team
