Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Primary
Job Title: Higher-Level Teaching Assistant
Location: Ryecroft School, Walsall, West Midlands WS2 7BH
Salary: £23,000 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday 8.30am – 4.00pm
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
Start: November 2025
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
About the Role
Ryecroft School is a nurturing and inclusive setting where every child is supported to thrive. As a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in shaping engaging, creative, and personalised learning experiences for our pupils with a range of special educational needs.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated and proactive HLTA who is passionate about helping children with complex needs reach their full potential. You'll work closely with teachers and support staff to inspire curiosity, build confidence, and help every pupil achieve both academically and emotionally.
Your role will involve leading and supporting learning across the curriculum, delivering small group and one-to-one sessions, and occasionally covering lessons in the teacher's absence. You'll also model positive behaviour management, promote emotional regulation, and contribute to a safe, nurturing environment where pupils feel valued, respected, and encouraged to succeed.
We are looking for someone who is calm, compassionate, and adaptable – a team player with excellent communication skills and a genuine desire to make a difference every day.
What We're Looking For
* Experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) or Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
* Confidence in leading small group or whole-class activities when required
* A nurturing, patient, and resilient approach to supporting children
* A strong team ethic, with the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively
* Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths (or equivalent)
* HLTA qualification or relevant experience (desirable)
Candidate Requirements
* Previous experience working in an SEN/ASC environment (highly desirable)
* Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English or equivalent
* Further education or qualifications in a relevant field (desirable)
* Excellent communication, organisational, and teamwork skills
* Ability to work flexibly and adapt to the needs of pupils and the school
Why Join Options Autism?
We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so you'll wake every day knowing your role will have a significant positive impact on lives.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting wellbeing. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
Benefits
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
* Wellbeing benefits – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
* Flexible Benefits Platform offering health, wellbeing, insurance, discounts, Cycle to Work, Electric Car Purchase, Critical Illness, and Family Growth Support benefits
* 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial – 80% of contractual hours for 100% of pay (subject to successful completion of probation, not a contractual benefit)
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
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