Higher Level Teaching Assistant Are you an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs? A specialist primary and secondary setting in Blandford Forum is looking for a dedicated HLTA to join their team from September 2025 in a full-time position. You will support pupils aged 5 to 16, delivering tailored learning and emotional support to help each student thrive in a nurturing and inclusive environment. Role Overview: Lead and support learning activities across primary and secondary age groups Work closely with teaching staff to implement personalised education plans Support pupils with a range of SEN, including communication, cognition, and interaction needs Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing Encourage independence and confidence in every student Why This Setting Stands Out: A strong commitment to personalised learning and development Supportive, experienced staff team focused on nurturing every child A safe, inclusive environment tailored to individual needs Small class sizes that enable meaningful one-to-one support Opportunities to engage with innovative teaching methods and therapies Benefits of Working with Teaching Personnel: Weekly pay via PAYE – straightforward and reliable Dedicated consultant offering tailored career guidance and support Access to a wide range of professional development opportunities through the CPD Academy Flexible work placements to suit your lifestyle and career goals £50 referral bonus when you recommend colleagues to us If you’re ready to take the next step in your SEN career and work in a supportive, forward-thinking environment, apply today and help shape futures in Blandford Forum. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.