Higher Level Teaching Assistant - SEN focus - Barking and Dagenham

HLTA – SEND Focus – Mainstream Primary (Barking & Dagenham)

Location: Barking & Dagenham (Mainstream Primary)
Pay: £120 – £130 per day (PAYE)

Temp-to-perm opportunity after 24 weeks

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs in a mainstream setting?
Do you have the confidence to lead interventions, adapt learning for pupils with additional needs, and provide meaningful support across the primary age range?

A vibrant mainstream primary school in Barking & Dagenham is looking for a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) with a strong SEND focus. You’ll be supporting children with a range of needs including autism, speech & language difficulties, ADHD, and social/emotional challenges, while also covering lessons and running small-group work.

This is a brilliant opportunity to make a real impact in an inclusive school that champions every child’s potential.

We are looking for someone with:

Proven experience supporting pupils with SEND in a primary school setting
Confidence to deliver interventions and differentiated activities
Ability to cover lessons, lead small groups, and support pupils 1:1 when needed
Strong knowledge of strategies for children with autism, social communication needs, and dysregulated behaviour
A HLTA qualification (desirable but not essential)

What You Can Expect:

SEND Impact – Support children with additional needs across EYFS–KS2, helping them to thrive academically and socially.
Professional Growth – Ongoing CPD and career development pathways to help you progress in SEND and beyond.
Collaborative Environment – Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and support staff in a school committed to inclusion.
Long-Term Stability – Opportunity to move from temp to permanent after 100 days.

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