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:
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Proven experience supporting pupils with SEND in a primary school setting
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Confidence to deliver interventions and differentiated activities
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Ability to cover lessons, lead small groups, and support pupils 1:1 when needed
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Strong knowledge of strategies for children with autism, social communication needs, and dysregulated behaviour
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A HLTA qualification (desirable but not essential)
What You Can Expect:
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SEND Impact – Support children with additional needs across EYFS–KS2, helping them to thrive academically and socially.
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Professional Growth – Ongoing CPD and career development pathways to help you progress in SEND and beyond.
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Collaborative Environment – Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and support staff in a school committed to inclusion.
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Long-Term Stability – Opportunity to move from temp to permanent after 100 days.
The Details:
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Full-time role, Monday–Friday (8:30am–3:30pm), term time only
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Immediate start – trials/interviews happening soon
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Child & Adult DBS on the update service is highly desirable
To find out more or arrange a trial, contact Elisha at elisha@psinclusion.co.uk or call 0203 011 4848.