Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - SEN School, Cambridge

📍 Location: Cambridge
🕒 Full-Time | Term-Time Only

Salary: £95-£110 per Day

We are proud to be recruiting on behalf of a specialist SEN school in Cambridge, supporting students aged 5-19 with Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC), particularly high-functioning autism. The school welcomes both day pupils and weekly boarders, and offers a nurturing, structured, and inclusive environment.

We are now seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join this dynamic and supportive team.

🧩 About the Role

As a HLTA, you will:

• Support and lead learning activities for individuals and small groups
• Collaborate with teachers to develop and deliver differentiated learning strategies
• Help students access the curriculum and reach their full potential
• Apply your expertise in ASC to support communication, emotional regulation, and social development
• Play an active role in creating a safe and supportive school environment

✅ What You'll Need to Succeed

• HLTA Qualification (or willingness to work towards it)
• GCSE Grade C (or equivalent) in both Maths and English
• Proven knowledge, understanding, and experience of working with children and young people with Autism, particularly high-functioning autism
• A broad understanding of teaching strategies for students with ASC
• The ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt quickly to change
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to working within a multidisciplinary team

💼 What We Offer

• A warm, inclusive, and supportive school community
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• The chance to make a real and lasting difference in young lives
• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications

Ready to join a passionate team making a real difference in SEN education?
Please submit your CV and apply today. We would love to hear from you!

🔒 Safeguarding Notice
Simply Education requires all candidates to undergo full safeguarding checks. You must either have an enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one as part of the registration process.