HLTA / SEMH Specialist - Alternative Provision
Location: Leyland, Lancashire
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: £117.25 - £144.60 Per day (PAYE)
Sector: Education / SEND / Alternative Provision
Are you a resilient educator who excels in non-mainstream settings?
We are seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) or a dedicated Level 3 Teaching Assistant with a strong SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) background to support our Key Stage 4 (KS4) pupils in Leyland.
This role is ideal for an educator who understands that behaviour is communication and thrives in a high-impact, trauma-informed environment.
The Role
Working primarily with Year 10 and Year 11 students who have EHCPs, you will deliver tailored interventions designed to bridge the gap between academic progress and emotional wellbeing.
Lead: Deliver small group sessions (maximum 5 pupils) and intensive 1:1 support.
Support: Utilise ELSA (Emotional Literacy Support Assistant) strategies to manage anxiety, de-escalate conflict, and build essential social skills.
Impact: Empower vulnerable learners to overcome barriers and achieve their Functional Skills or GCSE goals.
Key Requirements
To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate:
HLTA Status: Or equivalent Level 4 experience/degree-qualified.
SEMH Expertise: Proven experience supporting pupils with complex behaviours, ADHD, ASD, or trauma.
ELSA Training: Highly desirable (or a willingness to undergo training).
Commutable: Based in or able to commute easily to Leyland.
Why Choose This Provision?
Unlike mainstream environments, our Leyland-based Alternative Provision offers a smaller, more focused setting where you can see the direct results of your support. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team committed to student rehabilitation and success.
How to Apply
If you are ready to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people in Lancashire, we want to hear from you.
Contact: Christina Grindy
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