Speech and language HLTA in Bath, Somerset

Five Education is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a supportive and inclusive school, delivering targeted Speech and Language interventions to pupils with a range of additional needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN), helping them to develop the skills and confidence they need to access learning, build relationships, and achieve their full potential. You will work closely with the school's SEND team, teaching staff, and Speech and Language Therapists to deliver tailored support and monitor pupil progress.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver speech and language interventions to individuals and small groups, following programmes set by the Speech and Language Therapist.
• Support pupils with communication, language development, social interaction, and emotional regulation.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, adapting support where appropriate and feeding back to the SEND team.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and families to ensure consistent support for pupils.

What We're Looking For:

• HLTA status or significant experience working in a similar role within a school.
• Experience supporting children with speech, language and communication needs, SEND, or Autism.
• A patient, proactive, and nurturing approach with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence working independently while also contributing positively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Essential requirements:

• Right to work in the UK - we are unable to offer Sponsorship or accept Skilled Worker visas.
• Able to provide two recent references (from the last two years).
• Hold a current DBS check registered on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one.

What can Five Education offer you?

• Free specialised training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more.
• Free DBS (refunded when you work 20 days).
• Recommending a friend bonus scheme.
• Specialist support/mentoring while you are working.

If you think this could be a job for you, please get in touch to find out more from Joseph at 01174226167. We are always available for an informal chat if you want to find out more about whether this role is suited to you.

Pay: Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employer's NI. Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay.

Vetting: Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS; there will also be an interview.

We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under-represented at this level.