HLTA: SEND Intervention Lead

Astbury St Mary's CofE Primary School, Congleton, Cheshire, CW12 4RG

11 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible.

• Closing date

  28 October 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  15 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £30,024.00 Annually (FTE) The role is based on 39 working weeks per year, comprising 38 weeks during term time working directly with pupils and one additional week allocated for planning and preparation. This additional week allows time to prepare resources, plan learning and ensure everything is in place to support the children effectively.

HLTA: SEND Intervention Lead job summary

We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic and compassionate HLTA Intervention Lead to join our supportive school. Working closely with the SENCO and teaching staff, you will plan, deliver and evaluate high-quality, targeted interventions for pupils across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. You will support children with a range of special educational needs, helping them develop confidence, independence and achieve positive learning outcomes. The successful candidate will have a good understanding of SEND, experience of planning, delivering and leading interventions and have a patient, nurturing approach. We anticipate that the successful candidate will have a relevant HLTA qualification or equivalent experience working within a primary school setting. The postholder will demonstrate flexibility, adaptability and initiative, responding to the changing needs of pupils and the wider school. This role will include classroom cover to support the effective day-to-day running of the school. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference, ensuring every child feels valued, included and able to flourish.

We envisage the working hours of this position to be 8.30am to 3.30pm on three days, 8.30am to 2.50pm on one day, and 8.30am to 4.10pm on the remaining day to allow for the running of an after-school club. These hours are indicative and days will be confirmed as part of the appointment process.

Potential candidates are invited to visit the school on Wednesday 21st October at 9.15am or Thursday 22nd October at 4.15pm.

Please email admin@astbury.cheshire.sch.uk to book.

Our selection process will take place in two stages. Stage 1 - online interview. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an initial online interview on Friday 30th October. Stage 2 - in-school observation. Following further shortlisting, successful candidates will be invited to attend an in-school observation on Wednesday 4th November. Only candidates successful at Stage 1 will progress to Stage 2.

Please note: We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of suitable applications is received. We encourage early submission to ensure your application is considered.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Astbury St Mary’s Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures, will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and references will be taken up.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Astbury St Mary's CofE Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 99 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Astbury St Mary's CofE Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/astbury-st-mary-s-cofe-primary-school-congleton

Church of England Primary School,
part of Chester Diocesan Academies Trust

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