HLTA
BBBH64075_1784116835
Posted: 15/07/2026
- £27463.00 - £29982.50 per annum
- Bristol
- Permanent
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Term Time Only
SEN School Bristol | Opening January 2027
£27,463 - £29,982.50 actual salary
40 hours per week | Permanent
Help shape a brand-new specialist school from the very beginning.
A brand new SEN school is opening in January 2027, and we're looking for an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our founding team. Supporting children and young people aged 5-19 with Autism (ASD) and SEMH needs, you'll play a key role in creating a positive, inclusive learning environment where every pupil can succeed.
As an HLTA, you'll lead lessons, support classroom teaching, monitor pupil progress, and help develop the confidence and independence of our students while mentoring other Teaching Assistants.
We're looking for someone who has:
- A HLTA qualification (Level 4 or equivalent)
- GCSE English & Maths (Grade 4/C or above)
- Experience supporting pupils with SEND, particularly ASD and SEMH
- Strong communication, classroom management and teamwork skills
If you're passionate about making a lasting difference and want to be part of an exciting new school from day one, we'd love to hear from you.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 14.3% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
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