Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Job Introduction

HLTA – Inclusion and SEND

Hampshire

Closing Date: 13th   November 2026
 Interview Date(s): W/c 16th November 2026
 Job Start Date: ASAP

Contract/Hours: Full Time
 Salary Type: EHCC / Support Staff
 Salary Details: D Grade FTE £28,697-£31,573 pro-rata
 Hours of Work: Monday-Friday 8:30am-3:30pm
 Location of Role: Weeke Primary School
 Contact e-mail address: k.clayton@weeke.hants.sch.uk

Why Weeke?

Do you want to come and work for a school where our values are the life and heart of everything we do? We are a school where individuals matter and your development as a professional is important to us. Weeke is a vibrant school in the heart of the community and we are looking for someone who wants to make a real difference to children's lives.

Job/Person Summary

Children are at the heart of what we do at Weeke Primary School. Weeke is a vibrant and popular school where children enjoy a rich and diverse range of experiences and achieve well in a caring and respectful environment.

We are seeking to appoint an excellent, committed and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant who is passionate about inclusion and ensuring all children can thrive. The successful candidate will have significant experience working with children with complex needs and be able to support and contribute to our high expectations of learning, achievement and belonging for all pupils.

Your main role will be working under the guidance of the Assistant Headteacher (SENDCo) and class teachers to plan, organise and deliver high-quality learning opportunities for children working significantly below age-related expectations. This will include delivering bespoke 1:1 and small-group provision, adapting learning to meet individual needs and supporting children to successfully access school life and learning. The role may also involve providing cover for classes for both PPA and in the event of staff absence.

The role requires someone with strong curriculum knowledge, creativity and flexibility, who can develop and deliver alternative curriculum pathways which meet individual needs whilst maintaining ambitious expectations for every child.

As our HLTA for Inclusion and SEND you will:

• Plan, organise and deliver high-quality learning opportunities for individuals and small groups identified by the SENDCo and class teachers.
• Support our most vulnerable children and lead personalised provision for children with complex SEND.
• Develop and deliver alternative curriculum experiences for children working significantly below their peers.
• Adapt learning opportunities to ensure children can access learning, develop independence and experience success.
• Work closely with teaching staff, families and external professionals to provide the best possible outcomes for children.
• Monitor, assess and report on children's progress and contribute to review meetings and provision planning.
• Promote inclusion, belonging, positive relationships and successful participation in school life.
• Be adaptable to the needs of the school and provide cover for teachers where necessary.

We are looking for someone to start as soon as possible.

The Successful Candidate Will:

• Enthuse and inspire children to learn.
• Have substantial experience of working with children with complex SEND and additional needs.
• Have a good understanding of child development and learning.
• Have a secure understanding of the primary curriculum and how it can be adapted to meet a wide range of needs.
• Be able to plan and deliver personalised learning programmes for children working significantly below age-related expectations.
• Be committed to working with children, responding to their needs intuitively and sensitively.
• Have high expectations and a calm, positive attitude.
• Be an excellent team player and be able to work independently and with initiative.
• Be prepared to share expertise and learn from others.
• Be professional, organised, patient and understanding.
• Have GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics or equivalent.
• Have a HLTA qualification or above.
• Understand confidentiality and safeguarding procedures.

Essential Requirements for this Post Include:

• Previous experience of working with children in a school setting.
• Significant experience of supporting children with complex SEND.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to relate well to children, parents and staff.
• Have GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics or equivalent.
• Have a HLTA qualification or above.
• Hold a full, clean and valid driving licence and be willing to transport children when required, including to alternative provision and off-site educational placements.
• Understand confidentiality and safeguarding procedures.

What We Offer

As a large primary school there are a range of benefits to working within Hampshire County Council. We can offer:

• Shared benefits as part of Hampshire County Council.
• Additional hours in supporting our wraparound care provision at a rate of £16.50 per hour.
• Friendly and sociable colleagues.
• Opportunities to further your career into teaching, with strong links to teacher training opportunities and the University of Winchester.
• A highly supportive team committed to inclusion and making a difference for every child.

Desirable Requirements for this Post Are:

• A QTS or equivalent qualification.
• Qualifications related to SEND, Autism, SEMH or Speech, Language and Communication Needs.
• Experience of working with children with complex needs within a mainstream setting.
• Experience of developing personalised learning pathways or alternative curriculum provision.
• Experience of supporting children who find accessing school difficult, including those experiencing Emotional Based School Avoidance (EBSA).
• Experience of working alongside external agencies and alternative providers to support vulnerable pupils.

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged and warmly welcomed. For further information and an application pack containing the job description, person specification and school details, please contact Miss Katie Clayton our School Business Manager, on 01962 882710 or k.clayton@weeke.hants.sch.uk .

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Weeke Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.