Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Description:

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – SEN School

Salary: £27,463–£29,982 per annum (actual salary, NOT pro-rata)

Location: Bristol area

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm

Contract: Full-time | Term-time only

Start Date: November 2026

Looking for a rewarding SEN role with fantastic benefits and term-time-only hours?

Simply Education is recruiting an enthusiastic and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a brand-new specialist school supporting children and young people aged 5–19 with Autism (ASD) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a new school from the very beginning, with an excellent salary, shorter working days, fully funded training and the chance to make a genuine difference.

What makes this opportunity different?

This isn't your typical classroom-based HLTA role.

You'll have the opportunity to deliver creative, engaging learning experiences both indoors and outdoors, using purpose-built facilities including:

* Dedicated outdoor learning spaces and secure playing fields

* A multi-use games area (MUGA)

* Specialist Art, Design Technology and Science classrooms

* A practical teaching kitchen for developing life skills

* Indoor and outdoor sensory and quiet spaces

You'll be joining a supportive specialist setting where every pupil is encouraged to develop their confidence, independence and love of learning.

What you'll be doing

* Leading lessons and providing classroom cover when required

* Delivering engaging learning activities to individuals, small groups and whole classes

* Supporting pupils with ASD, SEMH and additional learning needs

* Using outdoor and practical activities to make learning more engaging

* Supporting positive behaviour, emotional regulation and pupil wellbeing

* Working closely with teachers and other professionals to support pupil progress

* Helping create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment

What we're looking for

* HLTA Diploma or equivalent Level 4 qualification

* GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above

* Experience supporting children or young people with SEN, ASD or SEMH

* Confidence leading learning activities and managing classroom behaviour

* A patient, positive and creative approach to supporting young people

* An interest in outdoor education and practical learning

Experience in a specialist SEN school or outdoor education setting would be advantageous but isn't essential.

Fantastic employee benefits

Alongside your salary and term-time-only working pattern, you'll receive access to:

* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

* UK Healthcare

* £1,000 refer-a-friend scheme

* Life assurance

* High street discounts through Perkbox

* Cycle to Work scheme

* Car scheme

* Fully funded training and qualifications

Ready for something different?

If you're an experienced HLTA looking for a rewarding opportunity with excellent benefits, a supportive environment and the chance to help shape a brand-new specialist school, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV or contact Ioan at Simply Education for an informal, confidential chat.

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Simply Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check