HLTA Level 4 (SEND)

Changing Lives in Collaboration Cooperative Trust

HLTA Level 4 (SEND)

Start Date: September 2026

Salary Scale: HLTA Level 4, Grade 5, SCP 13-19

Salary Values: £24,821 - £27,381

Hours: 34.75 hours per week (8:15-3:30 4 days per week, 8:15-4:30 one day per week), 39 weeks

We are seeking a skilled, committed and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Level 4) to join our specialist SEND provision at Lily Lane Primary School. This is an exciting opportunity for a candidate with experience in supporting pupils with complex needs to contribute to a highly inclusive and nurturing environment.

About the Role

The successful candidate will work as part of our specialist SEND team, complementing the professional work of teachers by taking responsibility for agreed learning activities within a complex needs provision. This includes:

- Planning, preparing and delivering structured learning activities for pupils with a range of SEND.

- Leading whole-class sessions, small groups and individual programmes.

- Delivering targeted interventions linked to pupils’ EHCP outcomes using evidence-based approaches.

- Supporting communication development through AAC, PECS, Makaton and specialist systems.

- Implementing personalised regulation strategies, sensory diets and behaviour support plans.

- Providing personal care and following medical protocols.

- Contributing to assessment, record keeping and annual reviews.

- Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, SENCO and families.

What We Offer

- A highly supportive team committed to inclusion and professional growth.

- Opportunities for specialist SEND training and ongoing CPD.

- A wellresourced environment with multi-disciplinary input.

- The chance to make a significant impact on pupils with complex needs.

Person Specification

- HLTA Status (Level 4) or willingness to work towards this.

- Experience supporting pupils with complex SEND.

- Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate structured learning.

- Knowledge of AAC, PECS, Makaton.

- Experience with SEND interventions and EHCP processes.

- Strong communication and teamwork skills.

How to apply

Only applications submitted on the CLIC Trust application form will be considered.

Email your application to: vacancies@lilylane.manchester.sch.uk

Key dates

Closing date: Noon, Wednesday 25th March 2026.

Shortlisting: Wednesday 25th March 2026 (candidates informed by 6pm).

Interviews: Wednesday 1^st April 2026 (available 8am4pm; includes tasks, formal interview and a lesson observation with a small group of children).

Safeguarding

The CLIC Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Equality

The CLIC Trust is a Cooperative Trust and does not discriminate on the basis of any individual’s protected characteristics and encourages applications from all qualified applicants. We pride ourselves on being a flexible and inclusive employer. We celebrate difference, embrace diversity and support all our people to thrive at work. If this sounds interesting - apply to join us!