SEND Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)Location: West DraytonContract: Full-time, PermanentStart Date: September 2025Salary: £23,703 - £28,252 (actual)Positions Available: MultipleAbout the RoleAn exciting opportunity has arisen to join a specialist education setting supporting children and young people with additional needs. The school is dedicated to ensuring every pupil can reach their full potential, regardless of their starting point, within a nurturing and inclusive environment.You will work as part of a skilled and supportive team, delivering tailored learning activities and supporting students with a range of needs, including autism and complex learning difficulties.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver learning activities and lessons under the guidance of a qualified teacherSupport pupils with special educational needs, including communication and sensory needsImplement strategies such as structured interventions and visual supportsPromote positive behaviour and engagement in learningWork collaboratively with teaching staff, therapists, and support teamsEssential RequirementsHLTA status or equivalent Level 4 qualificationProven experience supporting children or young people with SEND, particularly autism and/or severe learning difficultiesConfidence in leading learning activitiesStrong understanding of SEND strategies and interventionsDesirable SkillsTraining in behaviour management approaches (e.g. Team Teach)Experience with communication systems such as PECS, Makaton, or AACKnowledge of safeguarding procedures within education settingsWhat's on OfferCompetitive salary based on experienceOngoing professional development and training opportunitiesClear progression pathwaysSupportive and collaborative working environmentSafeguardingThe organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to enhanced background checks and satisfactory references.