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**Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – SEN Provision (ASC Focus)**
*(bs4, Bristol – permanent, full-time, negotiable salary, start 07/09/2026)*
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## Job Details
- **Job Type:** Permanent
- **Location:** Bristol (BS4)
- **Salary:** Competitive, negotiable
- **Start Date:** Monday 7th September 2026
- **Contract Hours:** 5 days/week (term time only), Monday-Friday **8:30–15:30**
- **Contact for Applications:** Blake Boyland (**blake@fiveeducation.co.uk** / 0117 422 6167)
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## About the Role
We are seeking a **dedicated and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant** to support pupils with **Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)**. This role covers **Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 4**, focusing on tailored academic, social, and emotional development in a **structured and inclusive** setting.
You will:
- Support the teaching team by preparing and leading learning activities
- Implement specialist interventions to meet individual pupil needs
- Foster collaboration with teachers, **SENCOs**, therapists, and external professionals
- Champion a **safe, supportive, and inclusive** environment
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## Key Responsibilities
- **Plan, prepare, and deliver** learning activities under classroom teacher supervision
- Lead **small group** sessions and whole-class activities where required
- Differentiate curriculum access for pupils with ASC in **engaging and meaningful** ways
- Implement **strategies for communication, emotional regulation, and behaviour**
- Contribute to monitoring **pupil progress**, assessments, and formal reports
- Work within a **therapeutic support** team to nurture social and emotional growth
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About You (Essential Criteria)
- HLTA status or proven equivalent experience in this role
- At least 2 years’ recent experience working with children/young people with ASC
- Strong understanding of SEN strategies (differentiation, behaviour support)
- Confidence leading activities and supporting pupils from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 4
- Key personal qualities: patience, calm adaptability, resilience, and empathy
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills
- Commitment to celebrating individual pupil progress and bespoke support
Safeguarding & Legal Requirements
- Right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship/career worker visas not supported)
- Ability to undergo an enhanced DBS check (funding assistance for first checks if needed)
- Minimum two professional references (lasting two years)
- Up-to-date safeguarding training as standard
“If you don’t currently hold a Non-Voluntary Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, we’ll process a new one at £62.70. This fee will be refunded after 20 days of employment.”
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What We Offer
Professional Development
- Free, in-house training covering Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more
- Structured support and mentoring
- Opportunities to refine skills in specialist SEN therapies
Role-Related Benefits
- Flexible week (term-time only), transparent PAYE payroll (holiday pay included)
- Free DBS support for new hires (funds refundable after 20 days)
- Recommending a friend scheme for installed colleagues
How to Apply
Please submit:
- Your CV
- A brief covering statement (highlighting your experience with ASC and SEN services)
Email to: blake@fiveeducation.co.uk
Note: Five Education is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly BAME candidates, who are under-represented at this level.
Commitment to Safeguarding
Successful applicants will undergo:
- DBS, reference, and TRA checks
- Interviews with safeguarding considerations as standard.
Additional Support
Playlists from Kate Zhang (0117 422 6167) for informal queries; ongoing employee support available.
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