HLTA (SEMH) in Rochdale

At Sandbrook CPS we are committed to ensuring every child receives the best possible education which enables them to achieve their potential. Our aim is to provide an education which develops the whole child both academically and socially, nurturing skills which prepare them for lifelong learning. We are seeking an inspiring, resilient leader to establish and head our brand-new SEMH Support Base. In this role, you will design the environment, lead a dedicated support team, and champion relational, “nurture-first” practices across our school. You will deliver a bespoke, flexible curriculum spanning KS1 and KS2, balancing academic ambition with intensive social and emotional coaching to provide our most vulnerable learners a safe pathway to success.

If you are a reflective practitioner who thrives on challenge and believes in the power of restorative practice, we want to hear from you. As a HLTA you will complement teachers’ delivery of the curriculum working in a variety of roles:

• Supporting individuals or small groups with SEND
• Delivering and leading interventions
• Supporting learning of groups within a classroom setting
• Covering in teacher absence delivering lessons you have planned to the class

We are looking for a dynamic and innovative practitioner who is passionate about their work and the impact it can have on children’s development and education. Applicants must bring energy, initiative and a nurturing approach to our children with a focus on driving standards to provide and lead high quality care and education for all.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has high expectations of themselves and the team and children they work with
• Is knowledgeable about how children learn across the full primary age range
• Can take responsibility for the management of the class in the absence of a teacher
• Can plan and deliver whole class and group teaching sessions to a high standard
• Is patient, nurturing and positive, able to build relations built on trust and respect
• Is flexible and able to adapt quickly to support colleagues, children and families
• Has excellent communication, interpersonal and administration skills
• Is able to work in partnership with colleagues, parents and outside agencies to secure the best outcomes for our children and families

In return we can offer:

• Friendly, motivated and caring children who are keen to learn
• An enthusiastic and committed staff
• A leadership team committed to continuous school improvement
• A friendly and welcoming school community
• Wonderful children who enjoy learning
• Fantastic CPD opportunities are available within the school and the Trust

Interviews are to be held on Wednesday 02 July 2026. At Watergrove Trust we believe that every child has great potential and we want to work together, as a team, to ensure that every child has the opportunity to fulfil that potential. If you share this belief and would like to play a key role in enhancing the lives of our students, then we want to hear from you. Watergrove Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to pre-employment clearances including enhanced Disclosure & Barring and Childcare Disqualification Check. The Watergrove Trust values diversity in its workforce.