Potters Bar
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (SEND Specialist)Full-time or Part-time | Independent School | Potters Bar | HLTA An award-winning independent school group is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) specialising in SEND to join its thriving and well-resourced learning support team at a leading girls' school. Recently recognised as Independent School of the Year 2025, the organisation has also received national recognition for its outstanding educational partnerships and long-standing commitment to social impact. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking school community with a strong reputation for excellence and collaboration. The Role This is a senior support position, ideal for a HLTA with substantial experience working with pupils with a wide range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The successful applicant will play a pivotal role in supporting students, staff, and the wider school in raising attainment and ensuring inclusive access to learning. • Acting as a core member of the Individual Needs team, delivering high-quality support for pupils with SEND across the school, • Building strong, professional relationships with pupils and staff, modelling best practice and maintaining high expectations, • Providing targeted interventions (1:1 and small group) to support progress in areas such as literacy, numeracy, communication, and social/emotional development, • Supporting the identification of barriers to learning, contributing to assessments, and assisting in the diagnostic process, • Leading on the development, implementation, and review of Individual Needs Plans, ensuring they are tailored and impactful Essential: • Significant experience supporting children and young people with a range of SEND, • Proven ability to develop, implement, and monitor Individual Needs Plans, • Familiarity with EHCP processes, annual reviews, and SEND documentation, • Experience delivering targeted interventions (1:1 and small group), • Generous employer pension contributions, • Life assurance cover, • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), • Extensive CPD and professional development opportunities, • Complimentary meals during term time, • Free onsite parking and access to a comprehensive staff transport network, • Access to high-quality sports and leisure facilities, including gym and swimming pool, • Wellbeing initiatives (e.g. yoga, mindfulness, health checks), • Online GP service, • Access to a staff benefits platform offering discounts and financial guidance, • Cycle-to-Work scheme and green travel initiatives #Potters Bar #Potters Bar #Potters Bar #Potters Bar #HLTA #Education and Training #Education and Training #Education and Training