SEN - HLTA

Job Description

A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.

SEND Pastoral Teaching Assistant

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a specialist education provision in Halifax for an experienced SEND Pastoral Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support pupils across KS1–KS5 with SEMH and complex additional needs.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a confident, resilient practitioner who is passionate about supporting vulnerable learners through structured learning, pastoral care, and trauma-informed practice.

The Role

As a Pastoral HLTA, you will provide high-level classroom and pastoral support, working under the guidance of qualified teachers to lead small groups, deliver structured learning, and support behaviour regulation. You will play a vital role in creating a calm, safe, and consistent environment where pupils feel supported to re-engage with learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide mentoring, encouragement, and day-to-day pastoral support for pupils with SEND and SEMH needs
• Lead learning activities, groups, and occasional whole-class sessions under teacher direction
• Support curriculum delivery both in the classroom and through alternative and outdoor learning opportunities
• Assist with lesson preparation, adapting resources to meet individual learning needs
• Implement effective behaviour management and intervention strategies
• Use trauma-informed and restorative approaches to support emotional regulation
• Maintain daily records of pupil progress, engagement, and barriers to learning
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, families, and external xwzovoh professionals to support holistic development

The Ideal Candidate

• Passionate about supporting children and young people with SEND
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience working within a SEND, SEMH, or alternative provision
• Strong behaviour management skills with an empathetic, consistent approach
• Experience providing pastoral and emotional support
• Confident working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential)