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

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

Requirements

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

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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