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Higher Learning Teaching Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 16 November 2025
Salary: £100 to £120 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 12 December 2025
Location: Chelmsford, Essex
Company: senploy
Job type: Contract
Job reference: 194620

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Summary

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? Do you bring the experience, enthusiasm, and commitment needed to support and inspire learners in a nurturing, inclusive environment?

Our client, a vibrant and supportive SEN school in Chelmsford, Essex, is seeking dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to join their growing team. The school provides high-quality education for pupils with a range of complex needs, including Autism and Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) challenges.
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A warm, welcoming, and inclusive school community


A warm, welcoming, and inclusive school community
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Clear pathways for professional development and career progression


Clear pathways for professional development and career progression
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Supportive leadership and a collaborative team culture


Supportive leadership and a collaborative team culture
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Access to specialist training and high-quality resources


Access to specialist training and high-quality resources
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A competitive salary aligned to experience and qualifications


A competitive salary aligned to experience and qualifications
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Deliver high-quality learning support under the direction of teaching staff


Deliver high-quality learning support under the direction of teaching staff
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Lead small-group interventions and offer 1:1 support where required


Lead small-group interventions and offer 1:1 support where required
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Assist with planning and delivering tailored educational activities


Assist with planning and delivering tailored educational activities
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Promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and pupil engagement


Promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and pupil engagement
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Contribute to EHCP processes and support pupil progress reviews


Contribute to EHCP processes and support pupil progress reviews
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HLTA qualification or equivalent relevant experience


HLTA qualification or equivalent relevant experience
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Experience working within an SEN setting (desirable)


Experience working within an SEN setting (desirable)
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills


Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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A patient, resilient, and compassionate approach to supporting pupils


A patient, resilient, and compassionate approach to supporting pupils
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A firm commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children


A firm commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

We would be delighted to hear from you. Please send your CV to apply.

Our agency is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants must be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references.

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