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Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Specialist SEN Setting (West Drayton)

Pay

£120-£140 per day (

DOE) Start

ASAP Contract

Long‑term, full‑time

DBS

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service required

A forward‑thinking specialist SEN provision in the West Drayton area is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their expanding team. The setting supports children with Autism, complex learning needs and severe communication difficulties, offering a nurturing, structured and highly therapeutic environment.

The school is based on a large, green, environmentally friendly site with exceptional facilities, including sensory rooms, therapeutic spaces and outdoor learning areas. With a team of highly skilled educators and therapists, the provision places pupils at the centre of every decision and is committed to helping each child reach their full potential.

This role is ideal for an experienced HLTA or a strong, confident SEN practitioner looking for a stepping stone into teacher training.

About the Setting

• A specialist SEN environment supporting pupils with ASC, SLD and complex communication needs
• Purpose‑built facilities including sensory rooms, therapy spaces and outdoor learning areas
• A caring, safe and structured environment with a strong emphasis on wellbeing
• Highly collaborative staff team with a child‑centred ethos
• Excellent transport links - approx. 10 minutes by bus from West Drayton Elizabeth Line

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering planned lessons, interventions and learning activities under the direction of a teacher
• Leading small‑group and 1:1 sessions for pupils with ASC and severe learning difficulties
• Using SEN strategies such as visual timetables, sensory integration and augmentative communication
• Supporting communication development using tools such as PECS, Makaton or AAC (training can be provided)
• Creating a calm, consistent and nurturing learning environment
• Working closely with teachers, therapists and support staff to meet pupils' EHCP targets
• Contributing to planning, assessment and classroom organisation

Essential Requirements

• HLTA status or equivalent Level 4 qualification, OR significant experience as a strong SEN Learning Support Assistant
• Experience supporting children or young people with ASC and/or severe learning difficulties
• Confident leading learning activities and supporting behaviour regulation
• Strong knowledge of SEN strategies and communication tools
• Excellent teamwork, communication and a calm, caring approach
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service

Desirable

• Training in Team Teach or other positive behaviour approaches
• Experience with PECS, Makaton or AAC
• Understanding of safeguarding in specialist settings

Once perm the school offer

• Competitive salary package aligned with responsibilities
• Clear internal progression routes, including pathways into teacher training
• Supportive, collaborative and forward‑thinking working environment
• Ongoing CPD and specialist SEN training
• Company pension
• On‑site parking (available for temp staff too)

If you are a passionate HLTA or an experienced SEN practitioner ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a specialist setting while developing your skills and progressing towards future teaching pathways.

Peak Education Recruitment Ltd is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that supports Teachers and Support Staff find short and/or long-term temporary and/or permanent employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Education Schools throughout the UK. We are committed to Safer Recruitment and undertake checks on all candidates we work with. As part of the registration process, each candidate will be required to have a current DBS Disclosure and a subscription to the DBS Update Service, if you do not have one, we can support you with an application. We will also need to see all original relevant qualifications certificates before any work placement is agreed.