SEND Teaching Assistant / HLTA - Specialist SEND School
Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant / Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Location: London
Start Date: Immediate Start
Salary: £95-£130 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunities
Are you an exceptional Teaching Assistant or Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) with a passion for supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities?
Do you have experience working with pupils with complex learning needs and the confidence to provide outstanding classroom support?
Are you a dedicated, patient and proactive individual looking to make a genuine difference within a specialist SEND school?
TeacherActive are proud to be recruiting for exceptional SEND Teaching Assistants and HLTAs to work within specialist SEND schools across London.
We are looking for enthusiastic, experienced and highly motivated individuals who are passionate about supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and complex communication difficulties.
The successful Teaching Assistant or HLTA will work closely with class teachers, therapists and other education professionals to deliver high-quality learning support, promote independence and create a positive, nurturing and inclusive environment.
For HLTA opportunities, you may also be responsible for leading small-group interventions, delivering planned lessons and providing classroom cover under the direction of teaching staff.
The successful Teaching Assistant / HLTA will:
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Provide exceptional classroom support to pupils with a range of SEND needs.
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Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, adapting approaches to individual learning requirements.
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Assist with the delivery of engaging, differentiated and sensory-based learning activities.
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Support pupils with Autism, SLD, MLD, PMLD, SEMH and complex additional needs.
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Implement EHCP targets and individual learning plans to support pupil progress.
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Use positive behaviour management, de‑escalation and emotional regulation strategies.
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Support pupils with communication difficulties, using approaches such as Makaton, PECS or AAC where appropriate.
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Assist with personal care, mobility and physical support where required.
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Promote independence, confidence, social development and essential life skills.
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Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, SENCOs and the wider SEND team.
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For HLTA roles, lead planned learning activities, deliver interventions and provide classroom cover when required.
The ideal candidate will have:
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Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, SEND Teaching Assistant or HLTA within a specialist SEND school or similar educational setting.
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A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, HLTA status or equivalent relevant experience.
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A strong understanding of SEND and the ability to support pupils with complex learning and communication needs.
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Experience supporting pupils with Autism, SLD, MLD, PMLD or SEMH.
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Excellent behaviour management and communication skills.
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Knowledge of safeguarding, EHCPs and in
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Exceptional TA Or HLTA Required in City of London employer: TeacherActive Limited
TeacherActive is an exceptional employer, offering a nurturing and inclusive environment for Teaching Assistants in Manchester. With a strong focus on professional development and a supportive team culture, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact on the lives of pupils with additional needs. The school’s commitment to ongoing training ensures that staff can grow their skills while contributing to a rewarding educational experience.
