£125 per day | 5 days per week | Free CPD-accredited training provided | 3rd September 2026 start | Based in RG40
Aspira Education is recruiting two experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to join a brand-new SEN Hub from 3rd September 2026.
This exciting new provision has been created to support pupils aged 11–16 with SEMH, ADHD and highly dysregulated behaviours who require additional intervention before successfully transitioning back into mainstream education.
As one of the lead HLTAs within the hub, you will work alongside a Transition Worker to deliver structured support, lead small intervention groups and help create a safe, calm and nurturing learning environment where students can rebuild confidence and thrive.
The Role
This is a hands-on leadership role where you will take responsibility for supporting the day-to-day running of the SEN Hub.
During the first month, you will receive support from the wider leadership team while becoming familiar with the pupils, routines and intervention strategies. From October onwards, you will take a leading role within the hub, delivering interventions, supporting behaviour management and helping students prepare for a successful transition back into mainstream classrooms.
The groups within the hub will remain small, allowing you to build meaningful relationships with each pupil and provide the individual support they need to succeed.
Responsibilities
- Lead small groups of pupils within the SEN Hub.
- Deliver targeted interventions to support emotional regulation, behaviour and learning.
- Work closely with Transition Workers, teachers and senior leaders.
- Develop positive, consistent relationships with pupils.
- Support students with SEMH, ADHD and additional needs.
- Implement behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques.
- Monitor pupil progress and contribute to support plans.
- Help prepare pupils for a successful return to mainstream education.
- Create a calm, structured and engaging learning environment.
We're looking for someone with experience in:
- Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) roles.
- SEMH or SEND provisions.
- PRUs or Alternative Provision settings.
- Behaviour Support.
- Youth Work or Residential Care.
- Leading interventions with vulnerable young people.
- Supporting pupils aged 11–16 with complex behavioural needs.
Applicants with experience leading small groups, managing challenging behaviour and supporting pupils with SEMH will be particularly well suited to this opportunity.
Requirements
- HLTA qualification or substantial experience working at HLTA level.
- Previous experience supporting pupils with SEMH, ADHD or challenging behaviour.
- Confident leading small groups independently.
- Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
- Patient, resilient and proactive approach.
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
- Right to work in the UK.
Why work with Aspira Education?
- Competitive daily pay.
- Free CPD-accredited training.
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
- Long-term opportunity with excellent career progression.
- Opportunity to play a key role in launching an exciting new specialist provision.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HLTA who is passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and wants to play a leading role in helping students successfully re-engage with education.
Apply today to be considered for a September start and one of the team will be in touch within 24-48 hours.
Pay: Up to £125.00 per day
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Can reliable commute to RG40 Monday - Friday? Yes/No
- Can start from September 3rd? Yes/No
Licence/Certification:
- enhanced child DBS (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: On the road
