PE Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) SEND Primary School

 

Location: Lambeth

Pay: £110 - £130 -PAYE

Shift: 8.30 -4pm/Full-time

Contract: Temp to Perm contract

 

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and experienced PE HLTA or PE SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming SEND primary school in the Lambeth borough. This is a full-time position (8:30am – 4:00pm), with a focus on covering PE sessions and supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, and behavioural difficulties.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about inclusive education and looking to further their career—with the opportunity to gain QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) through support from the school.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be energetic, patient, and adaptable, with a strong commitment to supporting children with additional needs—particularly those with autism and associated social, emotional, and sensory differences.

You will:

• Lead PE sessions and, on most occasions, take responsibility for leading the class
• Remain flexible and confident working under the direction of a teacher when required, including line managing Teaching Assistants in the teacher’s absence
• Support pupils both in and out of the classroom, helping to create a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment
• Use effective behaviour management strategies to support positive outcomes
• Demonstrate a solid understanding of supporting autistic learners, including sensory needs and social communication

Key Responsibilities

• Providing consistent observations of pupils’ behaviour, engagement, and progress
• Recording and reporting on student development throughout the day
• Working closely with teachers and wider staff to adapt support strategies
• Supporting pupils with personal care needs as part of a collaborative team, always maintaining dignity and respect

The Ideal Candidate Will Be:

• Proactive, positive, and solution-focused
• Able to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils
• Confident working independently and as part of a team
• Committed to promoting independence and positive outcomes for all learners
• Comfortable leading sessions and managing staff where required
• Candidates must be comfortable supporting with personal care, which is a shared responsibility across the team, delivered with dignity and respect.

Requirements

• HLTA qualification or experience or significant experience as a SEND Teaching Assistant
• Experience covering PE sessions,
• Experience supporting children with autism, ADHD, and behavioural needs
• Two professional or academic references
• A DBS certificate registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one through the agency

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a supportive SEND setting, while also developing your career towards Qualified Teacher Status.

 

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.