HLTA
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About the Role
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Location: Ely, Cambridgeshire
Start: ASAP
Duration: Long Term
Contract: Full‑time, Supply
At Inspire EHC, we partner exclusively with specialist settings across the UK to provide empathetic, skilled, and reliable staff who genuinely understand the needs of SEND .
We are currently supporting an SEN School near Ely, Cambridgeshire who cater for learners with Moderate learning difficulties (MLD), Specific learning difficulties (SLD and/or Autism, all of whom have EHCPs and require highly personalised, structured, and compassionate support.
We are seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) with strong SEN expertise to provide PPA cover across the school. This is a role that requires confidence, adaptability, and a deep understanding of how to plan and deliver meaningful learning for pupils working significantly below age‑related expectations.
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) role:
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Deliver engaging, well‑structured lessons across EYFS to KS4
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Provide PPA cover across a range of classes and learning pathways
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Plan and adapt lessons for students with:
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Moderate learning difficulties
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Specific learning difficulties
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ASD and associated needs
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High sensory needs
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Non‑verbal communication
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Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff
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Contribute to a safe, nurturing, and consistent learning environment
About our SEN School near Ely, Cambridgeshire:
The school offers three core pathways — Formal, Semi‑Formal, and Sensory — ensuring every learner receives the right level of structure, challenge, and support. Students present with a wide range of needs, and the successful HLTA will be someone who brings patience, creativity, and a calm, child‑centred approach.
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Essential Requirements
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Significant SEN experience across EYFS–KS4
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Ability to plan and deliver lessons independently
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Strong understanding of differentiated, sensory, and communication‑based approaches
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A warm, resilient, and proactive mindset
Our Commitment to Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities
At Inspire EHC and our partner school in Ely, Cambridgeshire, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is paramount. All applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide at least two independent references.
We proudly champion diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace for all.