Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) in Southampton

Location: Southampton

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Type: Part-Time | Fixed-Term

Pay: £85 – £110 per day

Supply Desk is seeking a dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistant / HLTA to provide specialist behaviour and emotional support within a welcoming primary school in Southampton.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with behavioural, emotional and additional learning needs. You will provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil, helping them access learning, develop emotional regulation, build confidence and participate positively in school life.

The role also offers the opportunity to deliver targeted interventions, support wider classroom learning and, where appropriate, deliver pre-planned lessons in line with HLTA responsibilities.

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil with behavioural and emotional needs

• Build a positive, trusting and professional relationship with the pupil

• Support emotional regulation and promote positive behaviour strategies

• Encourage independence, resilience and self-confidence

• Help the pupil access the curriculum and participate fully in school activities

• Deliver targeted academic, social and emotional interventions

• Adapt activities and resources to meet individual learning needs

• Support teaching and learning within the classroom

• Lead small-group activities and intervention programmes

• Implement individual behaviour support plans and risk assessments

• Use restorative and positive approaches to support behaviour and learning

• Maintain a calm, nurturing and consistent environment

• Monitor and record progress against individual targets and support plans

• Deliver pre-planned lessons where appropriate and within HLTA responsibilities

• Work closely with teachers, the SENDCo and senior leaders

• Liaise with parents, carers and external professionals where required

• Previous experience working with children or young people

• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH, behavioural or additional needs

• TA or HLTA experience within a primary setting

• HLTA qualification or relevant experience is advantageous

• Strong understanding of positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies

• Patient, calm and nurturing approach

• Ability to remain consistent and resilient when faced with challenging situations

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils

• Confident working as part of a wider school and professional team

• Flexible and proactive approach

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing

• Competitive daily pay of £85 – £110

• Part-time, term-time working

• One-year fixed-term opportunity with potential for extension

• The opportunity to develop specialist behaviour and SEMH experience

• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to a pupil's life

• Supportive teaching and SEND professionals

• Opportunities to develop your TA/HLTA skills

• Dedicated consultant support from Supply Desk

• Potential for further opportunities following the placement

Email:
Phone: 02380 230340

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed-term, Term-time

Pay: £85.00 – £110.00 per day

Work Location: In person

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment procedures.