HLTA - Inclusion Base / Specialist Provision

HLTA - Inclusion Base / Specialist Provision

North Manchester Full-Time Term-Time Only Long-Term Opportunity Aspire People

Aspire People are recruiting a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join an inclusive primary school in North Manchester, supporting pupils within a specialist Inclusion Base.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced HLTA who is confident taking responsibility for a provision and working closely with a lead teacher to create engaging learning opportunities for pupils with additional needs.

The Role:

Taking day-to-day responsibility for the Inclusion Base
Leading and supporting the team working within the provision
Planning and delivering engaging sessions for a small group of pupils
Supporting pupils with SEND and communication needs
Helping pupils develop confidence, engagement and independence
Supporting phonics, reading and wider curriculum activities
Adapting learning and activities to meet individual pupil needs
Monitoring and celebrating pupil progress
Supporting positive behaviour and emotional regulation
Working closely with the lead teacher, SENCO and wider school team
Helping develop the learning environment and resources

The Ideal Candidate:

Holds an HLTA qualification or equivalent higher-level education qualification
Experienced working within a primary school setting
Experience supporting pupils with SEND is highly desirable
Experience with autism, communication needs or specialist provision would be beneficial
Confident leading other staff and taking responsibility for a provision
Strong understanding of child development and learning
Calm, nurturing and consistent approach
Able to use initiative and work independently

ECTs or suitably qualified education professionals with an equivalent level of qualification and the right experience may also be considered.

The Opportunity:

37.5 hours per week
Term-time only
Long-term position through Aspire People
Potential for a permanent contract after 12 weeks for the right candidate, subject to both the school and candidate being happy with the placement
Competitive daily rate
Dedicated consultant support

If you are an HLTA or suitably qualified education professional looking for a new opportunity within SEND and specialist provision, apply through Aspire People today.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.