SEND Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Holtspur School & Pre-school

Location: Beaconsfield

About us:

Holtspur School and Pre School is a one form entry primary school with excellent facilities, including a DLD ARP, a large pre-school and superb outside space. We are committed to providing a nurturing and inspiring environment where every pupil can achieve their full potential. With a focus on our core values of Caring, Inspiring, and Achieving, we strive to create confident, happy citizens. We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic SEND Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our dynamic team.

About the role:

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic SEND Higher Level Teaching Assistant to lead our small SEND provision for pupils with complex needs. This is a rewarding opportunity for a passionate and experienced practitioner who is committed to creating an inclusive, nurturing and inspiring learning environment where every child can thrive.

As a SEND HLTA, you will take full responsibility for a small class of approximately 4–6 pupils with complex additional needs. You will work closely with school staff, SENDCO, parents and external professionals to ensure that pupils receive high-quality, personalised support that enables them to make strong academic, social and emotional progress.

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons across all subject areas, assessing pupil progress and adapting learning to meet individual needs. You will ensure that teaching within the SEND provision is inspiring, accessible, and appropriately challenging, while supporting pupils to integrate into mainstream classes wherever possible. The role also includes maintaining effective communication with parents and carers and contributing to a collaborative approach to supporting each child’s development and wellbeing.

Applicants must have previous SEND teaching experience and/or HLTA experience, with a strong understanding of supporting children with complex needs. Confidence in planning, delivering and assessing a personalised curriculum is essential, along with excellent communication, organisation and teamwork skills. A patient, caring, compassionate, and proactive approach is vital.

Term time only

Salary Type: Bucks pay

Salary details: Bucks Pay Range 3 – 4 depending on experience

Contract type: A part time, permanent contract from 1^st September 2026

Hours: 8:30-4:15 Monday to Friday 

Closing date: 12/06/2026 12:00 pm

Interviews to be held: WC-15.06.26 (Interviews may be offered on receipt of application, early application is advisable)

About you:

We are looking for a person who thrives professionally as part of a strong team. We are seeking someone who is an excellent communicator, self-motivated, proactive and well organised. Do you share in our passion and drive to make a difference to the children of Holtspur?

Key Responsibilities

• Teaching and Learning:
• Support the work of the class teacher to enhance the achievement of all pupils.
• Lead and teach small groups of SEND pupils to enable them to flourish from their starting point
• Promote inclusion by encouraging participation in learning and extracurricular activities.
• Use effective behaviour management strategies in line with the school’s policies.
• Planning and Assessment:
• Contribute to the planning and preparation of learning activities, using your area(s) of expertise.
• Monitor, record, and report on pupil progress, providing feedback to teachers.
• Prepare the classroom for lessons, ensuring a stimulating and safe learning environment.
• Collaboration:
• Communicate effectively with staff, pupils, and parents under the direction of the class teacher.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and relevant professionals to support pupil development.
• Participate in meetings with parents and carers to discuss pupil progress and barriers to learning. Contribute to children’s annual reviews and EHCP Targets
• Professional Development:
• Engage in continuous professional development to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Participate in the school’s appraisal procedures to reflect on and improve your practice.

Please look at our Job Description and Person Specification 

Other information

Please do look at our website where you will get a flavour of why we are truly proud of what we do as a team to ensure our children reach their full potential through their enriched learning journey at Holtspur Primary School and Pre-School.

Interviews will be conducted on an on-going basis, the vacancy may be closed early where a suitable candidate is appointed. We therefore encourage candidates to submit applications as early as possible.

Visits to the school are warmly welcome. To arrange a visit or to find out more about the role, please contact our school office on the number below. To apply, please complete the online application form . No agencies please.

Tel No: 01494 674325
Email: office@holtspurschool.co.uk 

Holtspur School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to full vetting checks, including a disclosure of criminal records at an enhanced level.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:

·         All unspent cautions and convictions cautions

·         All adult cautions and spent convictions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). For further information on filtering please refer to Nacro guidance, the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) guidance or Ministry of Justice (MOJ) guidance (see, in particular, the section titled ‘Exceptions Order’).

It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete self-disclosure form and return prior to interview.