HLTA
| Company: | senploy |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | EN2 6AQ |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 4 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 1 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Location: Enfield, North London
Start Date: ASAP Start
Salary: £120 - £140 per day(depending on experience)
Contract: Full-time
Visa Sponsorship: Not available
Are you an experienced SEN or SEMH Teaching Assistant ready to take the next step in your career?
An inclusive and forward-thinking SEN school in Enfield is seeking a confident and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team this September. You don't need to hold an HLTA qualification - but experience supporting children with SEMH or complex needs is essential.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about creating positive change and helping young people with additional needs thrive in a nurturing, structured environment.
What You'll Be Doing:
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Delivering small group or individual learning activities tailored to pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
Delivering small group or individual learning activities tailored to pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
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Supporting teachers in adapting and planning lessons to meet diverse learning and emotional needs
Supporting teachers in adapting and planning lessons to meet diverse learning and emotional needs
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Working alongside the SENCO, pastoral team, and external agencies (eg. CAMHS, social workers) to provide holistic support
Working alongside the SENCO, pastoral team, and external agencies (eg. CAMHS, social workers) to provide holistic support
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Leading and mentoring Teaching Assistants as needed, sharing best practices and strategies
Leading and mentoring Teaching Assistants as needed, sharing best practices and strategies
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Taking part in regular CPD, training, and reflective practice focused on therapeutic and trauma-informed education
Taking part in regular CPD, training, and reflective practice focused on therapeutic and trauma-informed education
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Promoting a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning culture for all students
Promoting a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning culture for all students
What We're Looking For:
Essential:
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Strong experience supporting children with SEMH or SEND, ideally in a school or alternative provision
Strong experience supporting children with SEMH or SEND, ideally in a school or alternative provision
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Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
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A calm, proactive, and empathetic approach to behaviour and learning support
A calm, proactive, and empathetic approach to behaviour and learning support
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Comfortable working independently with small groups or individuals
Comfortable working independently with small groups or individuals
Desirable (but not required):
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Experience in a PRU or specialist SEN/SEMH setting
Experience in a PRU or specialist SEN/SEMH setting
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Familiarity with trauma-informed or therapeutic approaches such as Team Teach, Thrive, or PACE
Familiarity with trauma-informed or therapeutic approaches such as Team Teach, Thrive, or PACE
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Leadership experience or a desire to develop in that area
Leadership experience or a desire to develop in that area
Why Join This School?
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A warm, supportive leadership team that values your development
A warm, supportive leadership team that values your development
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Ongoing training in therapeutic and inclusive approaches
Ongoing training in therapeutic and inclusive approaches
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A chance to genuinely impact the lives of young learners who need consistent and compassionate support
A chance to genuinely impact the lives of young learners who need consistent and compassionate support
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Clear path to grow into more senior support or intervention roles
Clear path to grow into more senior support or intervention roles
If you're ready to step up, support students who need it most, and be part of a team that's making a real difference in Enfield - we want to hear from you.
To apply, please send your CV today.