HLTA - Lead Teaching Assistant
North Manchester Full-Time Term-Time Only Potential Permanent Contract Aspire People
Aspire People are recruiting for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to take on a lead role within an Inclusion Base at a welcoming primary school in North Manchester.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HLTA or suitably qualified education professional who is looking for a role with genuine responsibility and the potential to move into a permanent position.
You will become a consistent member of the Inclusion Base team, helping to lead the provision and supporting a small group of pupils with additional needs.
The Role:
Taking responsibility for the day-to-day running of the Inclusion Base
Leading and supporting the TA team within the room
Planning and delivering high-quality sessions and activities
Supporting pupils with SEND, autism and communication needs
Helping pupils develop engagement, independence and communication
Supporting phonics, reading and wider curriculum learning
Working closely with the teacher to adapt learning and provision
Monitoring and recording pupil progress
Supporting positive behaviour and emotional regulation
Creating a safe, nurturing and engaging environment
Supporting pupils with personal care where required
Contributing to the development of specialist provision
We Are Looking For:
A qualified HLTA or candidate with an equivalent higher-level qualification
Strong experience within a primary school environment
SEND experience is highly desirable
Experience with autism, EYFS or specialist settings would be advantageous
Confident leading a team and taking responsibility
Strong knowledge of child development and learning
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Calm, proactive and nurturing approach
Someone who can use initiative and bring ideas to the development of the provision
ECTs with an equivalent level of qualification and relevant experience may also be considered, particularly those looking to develop their SEND and specialist provision experience.
The Opportunity:
37.5 hours per week
Term-time only
Long-term role through Aspire People
Potential to be offered a permanent school contract after 12 weeks if both the candidate and school are happy with the placement
Competitive rates of pay
Dedicated consultant support
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to combine classroom experience with leadership responsibility while developing their specialist SEND knowledge.
Apply through Aspire People today.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.