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HLTA / Mentor Specialist SEN Provision - Driving Required
Job Posted: 16 hours ago
Salary: £ 24,000 - 28,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Fareham, Hampshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Prospero Teaching is recruiting for an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) or Mentor to join a specialist provision in Fareham (PO16). This setting supports secondary-aged pupils with complex needs, including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) and Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC). The provision offers a therapeutic and highly personalised approach to education, focusing on emotional wellbeing, life skills, and academic development.
Role Overview
This is a hands-on, rewarding role suited to someone confident in working with pupils who present with challenging behaviour. You will be responsible for delivering lessons, mentoring pupils, and supporting their holistic development both in the classroom and in the wider community.
You must be a confident driver, happy to transport pupils to and from school and support community-based learning activities such as life skills sessions, vocational placements, and outdoor education.
Applicants with specialist backgrounds or interests in the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply:
Construction
Gaming
Cooking
Watersports
Art
Outdoor Education
MechanicsThese areas are highly valued in the curriculum and contribute meaningfully to pupil engagement and vocational development.
Experience with SEN/SEMH is desired but not essential, provided you have a strong understanding of SEN and trauma-informed practice. You must be confident in managing and de-escalating verbal behaviours, using a calm and relational approach.
Job share arrangements of two or three days per week will be considered for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver one-to-one and small group teaching across a range of subjects
Plan and lead engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual needs
Provide pastoral support and act as a trusted adult for vulnerable learners
Work independently with pupils in the community to support life skills
Teach Functional Skills English and Maths
Offer mentoring and promote emotional resilience
Collaborate with therapists, teachers, and external agencies to develop personalised learning plansEssential Requirements
HLTA qualification or relevant experience
Confident in lesson planning and delivering tailored learning
Skilled in behaviour management and de-escalation strategies
Comfortable with lone working in the community
Natural ability to form relationships with pupils who present with challenging behaviour
Must be a driver with access to a vehicle and willing to transport pupils for school pick-up/drop-off and community-based learning
Must be available Monday to Friday, 08:00-16:30 or 08:30-17:00
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)
Right to work in the UK
Professional referencesSalary & Benefits
Actual salary range: £24,000 - £28,000 per annumHow to Apply
If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in a specialist provision, please apply with your up-to-date CV.
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