HLTA (Inclusion & SEND)
Bousfield Primary School, London, SW5 0DJ11 days remaining to apply
Job start date
2 September 2026
Closing date
22 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
11 June 2026
Job details
Job role
- HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: Contract: Term Time Only plus INSET (5 days) Hours: 8.30am – 4.00pm, Monday - Friday
Contract type
- Fixed term - Term Time Only, Academic Year 2026/27
Full-time equivalent salary
- £38,637
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you passionate about inclusion and committed to ensuring that every child thrives?
Bousfield Primary School is seeking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic and highly skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Inclusion and SEND) to join our dedicated team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a talented practitioner to play a key role in supporting pupils with special educational needs and disabilities whilst contributing to the continued development of inclusive practice across the school.
Working closely with the SENCO, teachers and support staff, you will support pupils within the classroom, deliver targeted interventions, provide occasional class cover and help implement projects and initiatives designed to improve outcomes for children with SEND.
The successful candidate will:
- Hold HLTA status or have equivalent experience.
- Have substantial experience supporting pupils with SEND in a primary school.
- Be committed to inclusive practice and high expectations for all learners.
- Have excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Work effectively with teachers, support staff, families and external agencies.
- Be proactive, flexible and solution-focused.
The role will include:
- Supporting pupils with SEND in class and through targeted interventions.
- Working alongside Learning Support Assistants to ensure effective provision.
- Delivering planned intervention programmes.
- Providing occasional whole-class cover.
- Supporting the SENCO with the implementation of SEND initiatives and projects.
- Monitoring and recording pupil progress.
- Contributing to the development of inclusive practice across the school.
We can offer:
- Enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.
- A committed and supportive staff team.
- High-quality professional development opportunities.
- A strong culture of inclusion and collaboration.
- The opportunity to make a significant contribution to school improvement.
What the school offers its staff
Our unique school is built on the site of Beatrix Potter’s childhood home, where we have a wonderful building, beautiful grounds, outdoor theatre space, forest school, allotment and our own beehives. We prioritise a broad and deep curriculum; creativity lies at our heart. We are constantly reflecting on our practice and look forward to an exciting future ahead. Would you like to join us?
Further information about the job
Key Responsibilities
Support for Pupils
- Support pupils with SEND within the classroom to access learning and make progress.
- Promote independence, confidence and resilience.
- Deliver planned interventions to individuals and groups.
- Support pupils with social, emotional and communication needs where appropriate.
- Monitor and record pupil progress and provide feedback to teachers and the SENCO.
- Assist with the implementation and review of support plans, pupil passports and provision maps.
Support for Staff
- Work alongside teachers to adapt learning activities and resources.
- Provide guidance and support to Learning Support Assistants working with pupils with SEND.
- Contribute to meetings relating to pupil progress and provision.
- Support staff in implementing agreed strategies and interventions.
Support for SEND Provision
- Work closely with the SENCO to implement SEND initiatives and projects.
- Assist with the organisation, monitoring and evaluation of intervention programmes.
- Support the collection and analysis of information relating to pupil progress and provision.
- Help develop and maintain resources that support inclusive classroom practice.
- Contribute to whole-school approaches that improve outcomes for pupils with SEND.
Classroom Cover
- Undertake whole-class supervision and teaching activities in the absence of teachers.
- Deliver lessons planned by teachers and maintain continuity of learning.
- Manage behaviour in line with school policies and expectations.
- Provide feedback to teachers regarding pupil engagement, learning and progress.
Professional Responsibilities
- Maintain confidentiality and professional standards at all times.
- Participate in staff meetings, training and professional development activities.
- Promote safeguarding and the welfare of all pupils.
- Uphold and promote the values, policies and ethos of the school.
- Carry out other duties commensurate with the grade of the post as reasonably directed by the Headteacher or SENCO.
Commitment to safeguarding
Please note that this post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check. Bousfield Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About Bousfield Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 431 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Bousfield Primary School website
- Email address
- jane.griffiths@bousfield.rbkc.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 020 7373 6544
Based in the heart of South Kensington, our unique school is built on the site of Beatrix Potter’s childhood home. We have a wonderful building, beautiful grounds, outdoor theatre space, new allotment and our own beehives! After a busy few years, and having had our Ofsted inspection last September, we are looking forward to an exciting future ahead. Would you like to come and join us?
We prioritise a broad and deep curriculum; creativity lies at our heart. We have specialists who teach PE, Dance, Music and Spanish and our two form entry status means that you will quickly become part of a close knit team who will support you at every step.
We welcome your application. Our priority is that you are positive, reflective and keen to make a difference to the delightful children in our care.
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