Vacancies

📢Redbridge & surrounding areas
Full-time / Long-term
Competitive rates available (reflective of specialist experience)
Start Date: ASAP 2026

Are you a dedicated SEND HLTA looking to make a real difference within a dynamic and supportive school environment? A well-respected setting in Redbridge, London, is seeking a skilled HLTA to join their team immediately. This is a long-term role with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

Our client is a specialist advisory service supporting children and young people (0–25 years) with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). They collaborate closely with schools, families, settings, and professionals to ensure a fully integrated and personalised approach to each learner’s educational journey.

Their mission is to promote inclusive education, remove barriers to learning, and deliver impactful, individualised support that enables every child to thrive.

SENDATS is made up of Specialist Teams aligned with the primary areas of need set out in the SEND Code of Practice (2014):

Autism / Social Communication (5–25)

Cognition and Learning (5–25)

Physical & Complex Medical Needs / Sensory Needs (0–25)

Multi-disciplinary Training & Special Projects (5–25)

Home Tuition (5–25)

All teams include SEMH specialist teachers and experienced Specialist HLTAs working collaboratively through the Graduated Approach to promote inclusion, progress, and wellbeing.

Our client is seeking an experienced Specialist Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join the SENDATS team and support children and young people with a wide range of SEND needs across Redbridge.

This is a unique and rewarding role that requires flexibility, independence, and a truly child-centred mindset. The successful candidate will work across a variety of settings — including mainstream classrooms, specialist provisions, and students’ homes — providing targeted interventions, personalised support, and specialist strategies to help pupils access learning and make sustained progress.

HLTA qualification (or equivalent experience)

Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND.

Strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and inclusive practices.

Ability to build positive, supportive relationships with pupils and families.

Confident delivering 1:1 or group-based interventions.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle – essential due to travel between settings.

Flexible, proactive, and committed to delivering the highest standard of support.

📢SEN Class Teacher
Location: Ipswich
Contract: Full-time, term time only
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Start Date: 18th May 

What’s on Offer

A supportive and inclusive working environment
Ongoing professional development opportunities
The chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of vulnerable young people
A collaborative team focused on achieving positive outcomes for pupils 

We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Class Teacher to join a specialist provision in Ipswich. The setting supports pupils aged 5 to 18 with a range of complex needs, including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH).

The school provides a safe, structured and nurturing environment where pupils are supported to achieve both academically and personally. Staff work collaboratively to ensure each child feels valued, respected and empowered to succeed.

Safeguarding Statement 

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applications are welcomed from suitably qualified candidates. 

Key Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality lessons aligned to the national curriculum, adapted to meet individual SEMH needs
Work closely with support staff to facilitate learning and promote positive behaviour
Monitor and report on pupil progress, highlighting any concerns and contributing to review processes
Supervise pupils during break times, enrichment activities and educational visits
Build strong, positive relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and improve outcomes

Requirements

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Degree-level education
Proven teaching experience
Experience working with pupils with SEMH needs in an educational setting
Strong behaviour management skills
A commitment to ongoing professional development
Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check