SEN HLTA

Description

SEN HLTA – Lead an Autism Class | Primary School | Lambeth

Location: Streatham, South London

Contract: Full-time | Long-term

Hours: Monday–Friday | Term-time only

Start Date: ASAP / September start

Pay: £120.00 - £130.00 per day

SEN HLTA – An Exciting Step Towards Teacher Training

Are you an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) with a passion for supporting children with Autism (ASC)?

Are you confident leading learning, managing a small team and taking responsibility for a class?

A welcoming and highly supportive primary school in Lambeth is looking for an ambitious SEN HLTA to take a leading role within a specialist Autism provision.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a small class of just 6 children with Autism, delivering engaging learning activities and working closely with the school's experienced SEND team.

For the right candidate, there is genuine potential for teacher training and career progression further down the line.

The Role

As the SEN HLTA, you will take a leading role in the day-to-day running of a small, structured Autism class.

You will:

Lead learning for a class of 6 primary-aged children with Autism

Deliver engaging and differentiated learning activities

Support pupils with communication, social interaction and emotional regulation

Create a calm, structured and nurturing classroom environment

Adapt learning to meet individual needs and EHCP targets

Work closely with the Class Teacher, SENCO and wider SEND team

Lead and coordinate Teaching Assistants working within the classroom

Use visual timetables, structured routines and Autism-friendly strategies

Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff

Promote independence, confidence and positive behaviourWho Are We Looking For?

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic professional who:

Has previous experience as an HLTA, experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant

Has strong experience supporting children with Autism / ASC and additional needs

Is confident leading small groups or whole-class learning

Can create a calm, structured and engaging learning environment

Has excellent behaviour management and emotional regulation strategies

Is confident working independently while being part of a wider team

Is ambitious and interested in progressing within education

Would potentially like to pursue a career in teachingExperience within an Autism Resource Provision, ARP, specialist provision or SEND school would be highly desirable.

Teacher Training & Career Progression

This role is ideal for someone who is looking to take the next step in their education career.

The school is keen to invest in talented and ambitious staff, and there is the potential for teacher training opportunities to be offered further down the line for the right candidate.

You will gain valuable experience in:

Leading a specialist classroom

Planning and delivering learning activities

Managing classroom support staff

Understanding SEND curriculum adaptation

Supporting children with Autism and complex needs

Working alongside experienced teachers and SEND professionalsThe School

The school is a welcoming and inclusive primary setting with a strong commitment to supporting children with additional needs.

You will be joining a supportive team where staff work collaboratively to ensure every child receives the individualised support they need to succeed. xjnqpsq

This is an opportunity to make a genuine and lasting difference while developing your own career within SEND education.

To apply, please contact Charlie Hayes on:

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