Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Full-Time)

Pay £22,000 - £27,000 FTE

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Posted Thursday 12th Jun 2025

Start Date Monday 1st Sep 2025

Close Date Wednesday 30th Jul 2025 (closed)

Job Description

Are you a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA), particularly within Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) settings?  Are you looking for a new and exciting role?  HLTAs play a pivotal role in supporting students with diverse learning needs – your skillset is needed! 

We currently have a number of schools in Medway that require HLTAs or Teaching Assistants looking to progress their career and move into a HLTA position.

Whether you have experience with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, EBD, MLD or PMLD – please do get in touch, as we have a number of vacancies working in different areas of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. 

Key Responsibilities

• Curriculum Support: Assist in delivering a broad and balanced curriculum, adapting materials to meet individual student needs.​
• Individual and Group Interventions: Plan and deliver targeted interventions, both one-on-one and in small groups, to support students' academic and personal development.
• Behaviour Management: Implement effective behaviour management strategies in line with school policies to maintain a positive learning environment.
• Assessment and Monitoring: Support the monitoring and recording of student progress, providing feedback to teachers and contributing to the planning process.​
• Classroom Preparation: Prepare the classroom for lessons, ensuring resources are available and the environment is conducive to learning.​
• Collaboration: Work closely with teachers, SENDCo (Special Educational Needs Coordinator), and other professionals to ensure a cohesive approach to supporting students.
• Safeguarding: Adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring the welfare of all students.​

Qualifications and Experience

• HLTA Status: Possession of a Level 4 or higher HLTA qualification is typically required.  Please call to discuss experience, as there are different roles for varying levels of experience and qualifications.
• SEND Experience: Demonstrated experience working with students with SEND, including those with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, ASD and MLD.
• Educational Background: A good understanding of the UK National Curriculum and experience in delivering lessons or interventions.​
• Personal Qualities: Patience, empathy, strong communication skills, and the ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.