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SEND Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Job Posted: 8 days ago

Salary: £ 110 - 120 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: South East London, London

Expire in: 20 days

Job Description

SEND Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Bexley | September 2026 Start | Full-Time Role | Competitive Rates of Pay

We are working with a welcoming and inclusive school in Bexley seeking a dedicated and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their supportive team from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and compassionate practitioner who is passionate about supporting pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN) and making a meaningful impact within a collaborative school environment.

As a key member of the support team, you will play an important role in delivering high-quality learning experiences and helping pupils to achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

In this SEND HLTA role, you will:

Work closely with class teachers to deliver engaging, inclusive learning experiences

Support planning, preparation and adaptation of learning materials and resources

Provide whole-class cover supervision during short-term teacher absences (up to 8 pupils per class)

Deliver targeted interventions and small group or 1:1 support for pupils with SEN

Collaborate with teaching staff, leadership teams and external professionals to support pupil progress

Help maintain a safe, structured and positive learning environment across the school

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

Experienced in supporting children with a range of SEN, including complex needs

Confident managing and supporting challenging behaviour with a calm and consistent approach

A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills

Passionate about inclusive education and pupil development

Able to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

Requirements

HLTA status (desirable) or equivalent teaching/support qualification

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification with significant relevant experience also considered

Experience supporting pupils with SEN in a school setting

Ability to lead learning activities and adapt support to individual needs

Experience using or supporting alternative communication methods (advantageous)

Why Apply?

Competitive rates of pay

Full-time, stable role in a supportive Bexley school

Opportunity to work within a strong and experienced SEND team

Excellent professional development opportunities

Chance to make a real impact on pupil progress and wellbeing

Next Steps

If you are a committed HLTA ready to take the next step in your SEND career, we would love to hear from you.

Please contact Bryan Woods today to discuss this exciting opportunity in more detail.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy

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