HLTA, Special Needs ​/ Learning Disabilities, Education ​/ Teaching

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Location: Bournemouth, Dorset
Start Date: January or sooner
Salary: £13.75 an hour

Are you ready to take the next step in your education career? We’re looking for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join a dynamic SEN/PRU Primary School in Bournemouth.

This is your chance to make a real difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs and help them thrive in a supportive, inclusive environment.

As an HLTA, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering tailored learning experiences, supporting pupils aged 4–11 with a range of needs including ADHD, ASD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, and other behavioural challenges. You’ll work closely with teachers, lead small group interventions, and contribute to creating a safe, structured, and positive learning atmosphere.

This school is committed to empowering pupils for a successful future, prioritising safeguarding and wellbeing at every level. If you share these values and want to be part of a team that truly transforms lives, this is the role for you.

• Experience working in SEN or PRU settings
• Strong understanding of SEMH and positive behaviour strategies
• English & Maths GCSE A*- C or equivalent
• HLTA Training / Assessment
• Ability to lead learning activities and support teachers effectively
• Resilient, patient, and passionate about inclusive education
• Skilled in de‑escalating challenging situations calmly and safely

• Flexible working hours:
  • Mon & Tue: 08:30 – 16:00
  • Wed & Thu: 08:30 – 15:15
  • Fri: 08:30 – 15:00
• Free SEN training courses (10+ available)
• 12.07% holiday pay
• Career development opportunities

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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