Higher Level Teaching Assistant

HLTA / Grade 6 Teaching Assistant – Specialist SEN School – Chester

Salary: Daily pay rate £130-£150

Contract: Full-time, September start

Hirecracker Education are working with a Special Educational Needs school in Chester who are looking for a compassionate and experienced HLTA to support pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, speech and language difficulties, MLD & SLD.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people by supporting their learning, communication, independence, and emotional wellbeing in a highly supportive and inclusive environment.

What you’ll be doing:

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• Leading learning activities for small groups and individual pupils with SEN
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• Supporting pupils to access a personalised and adapted curriculum
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• Delivering targeted interventions to develop communication, literacy, numeracy, social, and life skills
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• Using a calm, consistent, and nurturing approach to support behaviour and emotional regulation
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• Working closely with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to meet pupils’ individual needs
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• Supporting the development of pupils’ independence, confidence, and self-esteem
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• Acting as a positive role model for pupils and supporting less experienced support staff where appropriate
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Requirements:

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• HLTA qualification / Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning
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• School based experience working with children or young people with special educational needs
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• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
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• Patience, empathy, and resilience
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• Good literacy, numeracy, and organisational skills
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• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
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How to Apply:

If you’re passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs and would like to be considered for this role, please apply online, email Laura directly, or call 01244 739 321.

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