HLTA - Inclusion Base / Specialist Provision

HLTA - Inclusion Base / Specialist Provision North Manchester | Full-Time | Term-Time Only | Long-Term Opportunity | Aspire People Aspire People are recruiting a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join an inclusive primary school in North Manchester, supporting pupils within a specialist Inclusion Base. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced HLTA who is confident taking responsibility for a provision and working closely with a lead teacher to create engaging learning opportunities for pupils with additional needs. The Role: * Taking day-to-day responsibility for the Inclusion Base * Leading and supporting the team working within the provision * Planning and delivering engaging sessions for a small group of pupils * Supporting pupils with SEND and communication needs * Helping pupils develop confidence, engagement and independence * Supporting phonics, reading and wider curriculum activities * Adapting learning and activities to meet individual pupil needs * Monitoring and celebrating pupil progress * Supporting positive behaviour and emotional regulation * Working closely with the lead teacher, SENCO and wider school team * Helping develop the learning environment and resources The Ideal Candidate: * Holds an HLTA qualification or equivalent higher-level education qualification * Experienced working within a primary school setting * Experience supporting pupils with SEND is highly desirable * Experience with autism, communication needs or specialist provision would be beneficial * Confident leading other staff and taking responsibility for a provision * Strong understanding of child development and learning * Calm, nurturing and consistent approach * Able to use initiative and work independently ECTs or suitably qualified education professionals with an equivalent level of qualification and the right experience may also be considered. The Opportunity: * 37.5 hours per week * Term-time only * Long-term position through Aspire People * Potential for a permanent contract after 12 weeks for the right candidate, subject to both the school and candidate being happy with the placement * Competitive daily rate * Dedicated consultant support If you are an HLTA or suitably qualified education professional looking for a new opportunity within SEND and specialist provision, apply through Aspire People today. Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks