HLTA – Primary School, Hayes
Location: Hayes, West London
Start Date: ASAP Start
Contract: Full-Time 8:30am - 4:00pm
A well-resourced and supportive primary school in Hayes is seeking a dedicated Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team. This is a rewarding opportunity to take on a senior support role, working closely with teachers to deliver learning, interventions, and support for pupils with a range of additional needs.
About the School
The school supports children with Autism (ASC), Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD/SLD), communication difficulties, and social, emotional, or physical needs. Some pupils may also have complex medical needs and require individualised care and support.
The Role
As an HLTA, you will:
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Deliver planned learning activities and interventions across the curriculum
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Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups to meet EHCP outcomes
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Take responsibility for covering classes across KS1 and KS2 as required
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Deliver targeted interventions in areas such as literacy, maths, and phonics
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Assist with communication strategies such as visual supports, Makaton, PECS, or AAC
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Support emotional regulation, independence, and positive engagement
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Provide personal care and mobility support where needed
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Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and the wider SEN and pastoral teams
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Maintain a safe, calm, and inclusive learning environment
About You
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Experience supporting children or young people with SEN in primary settings
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Strong understanding of curriculum planning, differentiation, and interventions
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Patient, compassionate, and resilient approach
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Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills
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Comfortable supporting personal care or physical needs where required
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Reliable and committed to supporting vulnerable learners
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HLTA qualified or equivalent experience
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Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply via Uniform Education)
What’s on Offer
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Supportive leadership and a collaborative staff team
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Ongoing training and SEN-focused CPD
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Opportunities for long-term progression within the school
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A highly rewarding role making a meaningful difference every day