SEND Pastoral Teaching Assistant

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a specialist education provision in Halifax for an experienced SEND Pastoral Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support pupils across KS1–KS5 with SEMH and complex additional needs.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a confident, resilient practitioner who is passionate about supporting vulnerable learners through structured learning, pastoral care, and trauma-informed practice.

The Role

As a Pastoral HLTA, you will provide high-level classroom and pastoral support, working under the guidance of qualified teachers to lead small groups, deliver structured learning, and support behaviour regulation. You will play a vital role in creating a calm, safe, and consistent environment where pupils feel supported to re-engage with learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide mentoring, encouragement, and day-to-day pastoral support for pupils with SEND and SEMH needs
• Lead learning activities, groups, and occasional whole-class sessions under teacher direction
• Support curriculum delivery both in the classroom and through alternative and outdoor learning opportunities
• Assist with lesson preparation, adapting resources to meet individual learning needs
• Implement effective behaviour management and intervention strategies
• Use trauma-informed and restorative approaches to support emotional regulation
• Maintain daily records of pupil progress, engagement, and barriers to learning
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, families, and external professionals to support holistic development

The Ideal Candidate

• Passionate about supporting children and young people with SEND
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience working within a SEND, SEMH, or alternative provision
• Strong behaviour management skills with an empathetic, consistent approach
• Experience providing pastoral and emotional support
• Confident working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential)