Higher Level Teaching Assistant
| Company: | senploy |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £110 to £140 a day |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | SG8 0DL |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 20 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 17 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Specialist SEN School
Location: Croydon, CR0 - commutable from South Croydon, Thornton Heath, Purley, Norwood and surrounding areas
Pay: £120-£135 per day
Start Date: November 2026
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Contract: Long-term temporary with potential to become permanent
Long Term Futures is recruiting an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a specialist SEN school in Croydon, CR0, starting in November 2026.
This position is ideal for a confident and proactive HLTA who enjoys taking an active role in pupil learning, delivering targeted interventions and supporting children with a range of special educational needs.
The successful candidate will support pupils with needs including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, communication difficulties and complex learning needs, working alongside experienced SEN teachers and specialist support staff.
About the Role
As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Lead small-group learning activities and targeted SEN interventions
- Provide additional 1:1 support for pupils with complex or individual learning needs
- Deliver pre-planned lessons and learning activities under teacher direction
- Support class learning and provide appropriate cover where required
- Adapt resources and activities to suit different abilities and communication needs
- Work towards individual learning targets and EHCP outcomes
- Deliver interventions focused on literacy, numeracy, communication and social development
- Use visual supports, sensory strategies and alternative communication approaches
- Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teachers and SENCOs
- Support Teaching Assistants and help maintain consistent classroom routines
- Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and specialist professionals
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Previous experience as a HLTA, Senior Teaching Assistant or experienced SEN Teaching Assistant
- HLTA qualification or equivalent experience is highly desirable
- Experience supporting pupils within a specialist SEN school or SEND provision
- Understanding of Autism, ADHD, SEMH and complex learning needs
- Experience working with EHCPs and individual learning targets
- Strong classroom management and positive behaviour support skills
- Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, AAC or visual communication strategies would be beneficial
- Calm, adaptable and confident managing additional responsibilities
- Strong communication, organisation and teamwork skills
About the School
- Small classes with enhanced adult support
- Individualised learning centred around EHCP outcomes
- Strong focus on communication, emotional wellbeing and independence
- Supportive team of experienced SEN teachers and specialist staff
- Opportunities to develop intervention delivery and classroom leadership skills
Next Steps
If you're an experienced HLTA or Senior Teaching Assistant looking to take on greater responsibility within a specialist SEN school in Croydon, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Hannah at Long Term Futures.
Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.