Higher Level SEND Teaching Assistant

About the Role

Our client SEND school believe every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive, feel valued and discover what they are capable of achieving. As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupil's learning, well-being and personal development, helping them build confidence, independence and a strong sense of their future potential.

This role goes beyond classroom support. You will lead learning activities, contribute to planning and assessment, and support pupils with a range of needs across academic, social and emotional development. You will also take a lead role in Personal Development and Future Pathways, helping pupils prepare for adulthood through careers education, enterprise projects and independent living skills.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver high‑quality learning activities to individuals, small groups and whole classes, including providing cover in the teacher’s absence
• Prepare lessons, create resources and contribute to assessing, monitoring and reporting on pupil progress
• Lead 1:1 and small‑group interventions that support academic, social, emotional and behavioural development
• Work collaboratively with teachers, leaders and the clinical team to implement strategies, interventions and EHCP recommendations
• Support behaviour, wellbeing and inclusion, helping create a positive, safe and engaging learning environment indoors and outdoors
• Lead Personal Development and Future Pathways initiatives, including Careers, Enterprise and Independent Living lessons
• Build links with local employers and community partners, and plan and support Enterprise Fairs and wider school events
• Oversee the Independent Living Room and contribute to whole‑school projects that promote independence, employability and preparation for adulthood

What you will bring

We are looking for someone caring, flexible and enthusiastic — someone who can inspire pupils, work collaboratively with colleagues and model the school’s values of patience, kindness and teamwork.

• Confidence in leading learning and managing classes when required
• Experience supporting learning, behaviour and social development
• Flexibility to work across classrooms, outdoor learning and wider school activities
• A commitment to inclusion and to achieving the best outcomes for pupils
• A passion for helping young people develop independence, confidence and future aspirations

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.