HLTA; SEND

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HLTA; SEND Jobs in Birmingham, UK at We Manage Jobs(WMJobs)

Position: HLTA (SEND)

Required for September 2026 HLTA (SEND) 32.5 hours per week term time only

We are looking to appoint a dedicated and inspirational Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to play a key role in leading and supporting a small team of Teaching Assistants within our newly developed SEND Hub. The successful candidate will bring substantial experience of working with children with a diverse range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities across the four key areas, including those who are non‑verbal, Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), and those who may have a diagnosis of ADHD.

While an HLTA qualification is desirable, it is not essential; for the right candidate with strong SEND experience, we are committed to providing the appropriate HLTA training and development. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate practitioner who is committed to championing pupils with SEND, ensuring they are fully supported, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential.

We are looking for a committed and skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant who:

• Demonstrates a commitment to the values of our school.
• Is passionate about inclusion and ensuring that every child, regardless of need, is able to flourish academically, socially and emotionally.
• Has significant experience of working with pupils with a diverse range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Has an understanding of inclusive practice and is able to adapt provision to meet a wide range of needs.
• Has high expectations of pupils’ learning, independence, behaviour and well being.
• Is able to lead, support and guide Teaching Assistants within the SEND Hub to deliver high quality, consistent provision.
• Has excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills, and can work effectively as part of a collaborative and hardworking team.
• Is able to build positive, supportive relationships with pupils, parents, staff, governors and external agencies.
• Shows a willingness to develop knowledge of statutory and legal SEND requirements and engage fully in professional development, including HLTA training where required.
• Has a genuine passion for supporting children with SEND and is committed to developing innovative and effective provision.
• Is enthusiastic about contributing to the wider life and community of the school.

We can offer you:

• A happy, caring and welcoming school community.
• A supportive Governing Body and Leadership Team who are committed to maintaining high standards and investing in staff development.
• Dedicated line management and ongoing support from the SENCo and Senior Leadership Team, ensuring you feel guided, valued and empowered in your role.
• Wonderful children who enjoy coming to school, engage positively with their learning and demonstrate excellent behaviour.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression, including access to high quality training across a broad range of SEND areas.
• Support to access and complete HLTA training (where required), alongside continued professional development tailored to your role.
• Opportunities to develop leadership skills through leading and supporting Teaching Assistants within the SEND Hub.
• A dedicated SEND alternative provision classroom space equipped with high quality resources to support pupils with additional needs.
• Access to specialist resources, interventions and external agency support to enhance provision for pupils with SEND.
• A strong culture of inclusion where your expertise and ideas will be valued and contribute to the ongoing development of SEND provision.
• A dedicated, highly effective and hardworking team of teachers and support staff who are passionate about making a difference.

Visits are warmly welcomed, please contact Alison Salmon, Senior Office Manager, on  to arrange.

Closing Date:
Friday 26th June 2026  midday

Job Description, Person Specification and Application Form are available from the school; please email appointments to request an application pack.

References will be taken up at point of shortlisting.

This post is covered by part 7 of The Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to necessary pre-employment checks, including: an enhanced DBS;
Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work. All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references.

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Title: HLTA; SEND

Company: We Manage Jobs(WMJobs)

Location: Birmingham, UK

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