HLTA SEMH

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – SEMH Setting
Location: South Tyneside
Contract: Full-time | Long-term - Temp-perm

A specialist provision in South Tyneside is seeking a dedicated and resilient Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their experienced and supportive team.

This well-resourced setting provides a safe, structured and inclusive environment for pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The school is committed to helping learners achieve positive outcomes, build confidence and develop the skills needed for adulthood.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a passionate HLTA who thrives on building strong relationships and supporting pupils with complex needs.

The Role:
You will work closely with senior leaders and teaching staff to support learning, deliver interventions and promote positive behaviour. The role will involve a mix of classroom support, small group work and leading sessions independently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver targeted interventions focusing on emotional regulation, resilience and social skills
• Support pupils with complex behavioural needs using trauma-informed and restorative approaches
• Deliver lessons under the guidance of senior leadership
• Lead small group and 1:1 sessions
• Provide class cover when required
• Monitor, record and report on pupil progress
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families
• Contribute to behaviour support plans and risk assessments
• Work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team, including therapists

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• HLTA qualification and relevant experience
• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
• Knowledge of EHCPs and differentiated learning
• A calm, patient and empathetic approach
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A good understanding of safeguarding procedures

What’s on Offer:

• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Ongoing CPD and specialist SEND training opportunities
• The chance to work alongside experienced professionals and therapists
• Opportunities to contribute to wider school development

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in a specialist setting where relationships and consistency are key.
All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references in line with safeguarding requirements.

If you are interested in this role please email Genna.sinclair @ednetwork.co.uk with an up to date copy of your CV, or give us a call on 0191 823 97 52 for an informal chat about opportunities.

The Education Network Offer:
Our specialist team boasts extensive combined experience and an unrivalled reputation within the education sector. We take great pride in delivering consistently high service levels to both schools and candidates. Our approach is honest, efficient, and designed to offer a recruitment solution tailored to your needs. Additionally, we provide opportunities for further training and development to enhance your career.
You will work in a friendly, caring, and supportive environment where every child matters. Our highly committed and hardworking consultants will strive to find roles that suit your professional aspirations. We also offer excellent rates of pay and ongoing opportunities for professional growth.

The Education Network is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to our comprehensive vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices and maintain the highest standards of compliance.
We are an equal opportunities employer, and The Education Network operates as a recruitment agency for this role. Due to the high volume of applications, we will contact shortlisted candidates within three days.

Data Privacy and Processing
By applying for this role, you are agreeing for The Education Network to process and store your personal data, including your CV and application form, for the purposes of recruitment. The Education Network is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data in accordance with GDPR. Your information will be kept securely and will not be shared with third parties without your consent. We will retain your data for up to 24 months unless you request us to delete it earlier. You have the right to request access to, amend, or delete your data at any time by contacting Neville Wood at The Education Network.


The Education Network Offer:

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.