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Higher Level Teaching Assistant

HLTA Provision - Mainstream School

Location: South Bermondsey, Southwark
Salary: £130 per day (PAYE only)
Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only
Start: January 2026 - July 2026

SEND HLTA - Introduction

SANZA Teaching Agency are working with a forward-thinking, inclusive primary school in South Bermondsey who are launching a brand-new SEND class. They are looking for a skilled and confident SEND HLTA to lead a small class for children with individual needs and bespoke learning plans. You will have support of additional TA's.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of something new, meaningful and exceptionally well-supported. The school are trialling this provision to give their SEND learners a highly nurturing, specialist environment - and they want someone experienced, calm and capable to help shape it from the ground up.

About the School..

This warm, well-organised Ofsted Outstanding Primary School is known for its inclusive ethos, strong leadership and commitment to ensuring that every child thrives. Staff wellbeing and support are taken seriously, and the SENCO is highly regarded for being hands-on, approachable, and passionate about excellent SEND practice.

What makes this school a fantastic place to work:

A brand-new SEND base, purpose-built for small classes
Highly supportive Headteacher, SENCO and Inclusion Team
A strong culture of teamwork, compassion and problem-solving
Access to external specialists, EP support and therapeutic interventions
Excellent behaviour systems, clear routines and a nurturing approach
Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
A school that values staff wellbeing and understands the demands of SEND roles

Key responsibilities include:

Leading teaching and learning for the small group with support from the SENCO
Delivering personalised learning programmes and structured interventions
Working closely with external agencies and inclusion specialists
Supporting behaviour regulation using positive, restorative approaches
Running daily routines, visuals, timetables and sensory breaks
Maintaining clear communication with parents and carers
Managing support staff in the room, ensuring consistency and clarity

This is a role for someone confident in their practice, comfortable leading learning, and ready to help build a new SEND base.

The ideal candidate will be:

An experienced HLTA and SEND Practitioner
Confident managing a small class independently
Knowledgeable about a range of SEND needs (ASD, SEMH, speech & language)
Calm, consistent and strong on behaviour routines
Able to differentiate learning and deliver structured interventions
Great at building relationships with parents, staff and pupils
Reflective, resilient, and passionate about inclusive education

Candidates with experience in specialist provisions, nurture groups, resource bases or PRU / SEND settings are especially encouraged to apply.

Apply Today: Send your CV to

For more information, contact Sarah Hadfield and/or Chess Maxwell on: (phone number removed)

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Location:
Southwark
Salary:
£120 - £130 /day
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Education

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