Education
HLTA Contract Full Time NEW
- HLTA
- Enfield
- Full time: Monday – Friday
- Start ASAP or September
- SEMH School
This School is a specialist provision that supports young people with a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and communication difficulties. They are proud to provide a nurturing, inclusive, and trauma-informed environment where pupils can re-engage with learning and thrive both academically and socially.
The School are seeking a confident and compassionate Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their dedicated team and help deliver high-quality support across the curriculum.
Key responsibilities
The HLTA will support students at the KS3 Therapeutic Centre and KS4 Alternative Provision by:
- Planning and Delivering Science, numeracy, literacy and PSHE interventions tailored to students’ needs.
Support and lead planned lessons under the guidance of teaching staff
Deliver targeted interventions and small group sessions in core subjects and life skills Maths, Science
Provide 1:1 support for pupils with EHCPs, tailoring learning to individual needs
Use positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques to support emotional regulation
Assist with curriculum planning and classroom preparation
Collaborate with SENCOs, therapists, and parents/carers to ensure consistent pupil support
Promote an inclusive, respectful, and safe classroom environment
You Will Need To Have:
Training in Team Teach, positive behaviour support, or trauma-informed approaches.
Knowledge of restorative practices and therapeutic interventions.
Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN and/or SEMH
Excellent communication skills and a proactive, child-centred approach
The ability to work flexibly and independently across different age groups and needs
A calm and patient attitude, with strong behaviour management skills
This School believes that a therapeutic and nurturing environment is the key to unlocking opportunities for every student. The School prioritises not only academic achievements but also the social, emotional, and mental well-being of their students.
If you’re passionate about inclusive education and are looking for a rewarding new challenge, we’d love to hear from you!
We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.