Higher Level Teaching Assistant - HLTA Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire Salary: £83 - £100 per day Start Date: September 2025 GSL Education are seeking a resilient and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join a thriving Secondary School in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. HLTA Responsibilities: Assist teachers with lesson planning, delivering lessons under the teacher's guidance, and helping students with their learning. Support the learning and development of SEND students across a range of subjects. Provide dedicated support to students with SEN, both in and out of the classroom environment. Provide 1:1 or small group support to students in the classroom or during interventions, ensuring that learning is accessible and inclusive. Use de-escalation techniques and behavior management strategies to support students in regulating their emotions and behaviours. Assist with the delivery of personal care for students with complex physical needs, as required. HLTA Requirements: Must hold the Right to Work in the UK. Proven experience working in a Special Educational Needs School or Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) setting, supporting students with SEND. A relevant HLTA qualification or equivalent experience. Additional training or certification in SEND is highly desirable. Strong emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm and professional when faced with challenging behaviours or complex situations. Confident in the delivery of pre-planned lessons and interventions. A solid understanding of SEND strategies, interventions, and best practices in supporting students with learning and behavioural difficulties. Hold a Child only DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education. Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service For more information, or to apply for the position, please send your CV to Kerry Fowler or call our Hull office today. Alternatively, please visit the GSL Education website to apply online, or submit your up-to-date CV via the application link. We look forward to hearing from you!