HLTA – SEN Provision
Job Title: HLTA – SEN Provision (L17 Area) Location: Liverpool, L17 Salary: £100–£120 per day (dependent on experience) Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only Start Date: Immediate
About the Role: Milk Education is recruiting a confident and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a specialist provision in Liverpool (L17), supporting vulnerable young people aged 10–18 with a range of additional needs. This includes children in care, those with SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and complex trauma backgrounds.
This is a unique opportunity to take on a hybrid role that blends support, teaching, and classroom leadership. You’ll be responsible for managing very small classes (typically 4–6 pupils), delivering planned lessons when required, and maintaining a safe, structured learning environment.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Lead small-group sessions and occasionally deliver whole-class teaching in the absence of the teacher
2. Support pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour management, and social development
3. Contribute to planning and assessment alongside teaching staff
4. Maintain consistent routines and boundaries to support pupils with high levels of need
5. Build strong, trusting relationships with students, many of whom have experienced significant adversity
6. Support EHCP targets and liaise with external professionals when needed
What We’re Looking For:
7. HLTA qualification or equivalent experience in a teaching capacity
8. Proven experience working with SEN and/or children in care
9. Strong classroom management skills and the ability to lead learning confidently
10. Resilience, empathy, and a trauma-informed approach
11. Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)
Benefits to YOU:
12. Fast-registration process
13. Excellent rates of pay
14. Educator Wellbeing Guide
15. School Preparation Pack
16. FREE PSHE Lesson Plans designed by real teachers
17. 2 FREE CPD courses when you register with us
18. 24/7 access to your personal consultant
Number: 0151 519 0800
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Why choose Milk Education?
Milk Education is a purpose-driven teaching supply agency, focused on putting educators first. We’re committed to finding high-quality teaching talent and supporting schools across the U.K.