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

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Hours:
Full-time long term Monday
- Friday

School: SEN Primary school EYFS- KS2

Personal care:
Required

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our specialist SEN school. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), physical disabilities and complex additional needs.

The successful candidate will be a confident and compassionate practitioner who is committed to providing high-quality education, care and support in a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment.

As an HLTA, you will work closely with teachers and the wider multidisciplinary team to support pupils’ learning, development, communication and wellbeing.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils with PMLD, physical needs and complex learning difficulties.
• Leading and supporting learning activities, both independently and alongside teaching staff.
• Providing individualised support to help pupils access the curriculum and achieve their personal goals.
• Supporting pupils with communication, sensory and physical development.
• Providing personal care, including toileting, changing and other intimate care as required.
• Supporting pupils with mobility and physical needs, including following appropriate moving and handling procedures.
• Helping to create a calm, stimulating and positive learning environment.
• Supporting pupils’ emotional wellbeing and encouraging independence wherever possible.
• Contributing to assessment, recording and monitoring of pupil progress.

• Has experience working with children or young people with SEN, PMLD, physical disabilities or complex needs.
• Is caring, patient, resilient and genuinely passionate about making a difference.
• Is confident supporting pupils with significant physical and learning needs.
• Is adaptable, enthusiastic and willing to learn new skills.
• Has the confidence to take responsibility for leading learning and supporting colleagues.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.