SEN HLTA

Important – Essential Qualification Requirement

Applicants must hold one or more of the following accredited UK qualifications:

• Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) status or
• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (minimum)
• Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Education
• A relevant degree in Education, Psychology, SEN, Child Development or similar

Applications without an accredited UK qualification will not be considered.

About the Role – Specialist SEN HLTA

We are working with a well‑established and highly supportive specialist SEN school in the Halesowen area (school name anonymised). The school supports pupils aged 4-16 with a range of additional needs, including:

• Autism and communication needs
• Moderate learning difficulties (MLD)
• Speech, language and social interaction needs
• Sensory processing difficulties
• Additional and complex learning needs

The school is known for its nurturing ethos, structured routines, communication‑focused practice and strong teamwork. As a SEN HLTA, you will play a key role in supporting learning, leading interventions and providing continuity across the classroom, working closely with teachers and the wider SEN team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead learning activities and interventions across the classroom under the direction of the teacher
• Deliver planned lessons, small‑group sessions and targeted interventions, adapting activities to meet diverse SEN needs
• Provide specialist support for pupils with autism, MLD, sensory and communication needs
• Support, implement and review EHCP targets and personalised learning plans
• Model effective SEN strategies for Teaching Assistants and support staff
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, engagement and positive behaviour strategies
• Use visual supports, communication tools and structured routines consistently
• Deliver 1:1 and small‑group support where required
• Support personal care and medical routines when required (training provided)
• Work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, therapists and pastoral staff
• Contribute to planning, assessment, recording progress and feedback
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment

What We’re Looking For

• HLTA status or a Level 3 TA / childcare / education qualification or relevant degree (essential)
• Proven experience supporting children or young people with SEN
• Confidence leading learning activities and covering lessons where required
• Strong understanding of autism, sensory needs and communication strategies
• Ability to mentor or support less‑experienced support staff
• Calm, patient and resilient approach
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Experience with PECS, Makaton or alternative communication methods (highly desirable)