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: * Deliver planned learning activities and interventions across the curriculum * Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups to meet EHCP outcomes * Take responsibility for covering classes across KS1 and KS2 as required * Deliver targeted interventions in areas such as literacy, maths, and phonics * Assist with communication strategies such as visual supports, Makaton, PECS, or AAC * Support emotional regulation, independence, and positive engagement * Provide personal care and mobility support where needed * Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and the wider SEN and pastoral teams * Maintain a safe, calm, and inclusive learning environment About You * Experience supporting children or young people with SEN in primary settings * Strong understanding of curriculum planning, differentiation, and interventions * Patient, compassionate, and resilient approach * Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills * Comfortable supporting personal care or physical needs where required * Reliable and committed to supporting vulnerable learners * HLTA qualified or equivalent experience * Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply via Uniform Education) What’s on Offer * Supportive leadership and a collaborative staff team * Ongoing training and SEN-focused CPD * Opportunities for long-term progression within the school * A highly rewarding role making a meaningful difference every day