Location
Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire
Industry sector
Education
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
05/05/2026
Closing date
05/06/2026
HLTA Teaching Assistant (Senior Learning Mentor)
A fantastic opportunity for a HLTA Teaching Assistant / Learning Mentor to support student progress, SEN support, behaviour management and classroom learning through targeted interventions in a secondary education setting.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Behaviour Mentor, Pastoral Support Worker, Classroom Assistant, SEN Support Assistant, Learning Mentor, Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant
SALARY: £27,779 per annum FTE (Grade D) / Actual Annual Salary £21,560 per annum (based on 34.25 hours) + Benefits
LOCATION: Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire (SO30)
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent (term time only)
WORKING HOURS: 34.25 hours per week, 8.15am – 4.15pm Monday to Thursday and 8.15am – 3.30pm Friday, term time only (38 weeks)
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a HLTA Teaching Assistant (Senior Learning Mentor) to join a supportive secondary education setting focused on inclusion, student progress and high-quality learning support.
As a HLTA Teaching Assistant (Senior Learning Mentor) you will deliver 1:1 and small group interventions, support classroom teaching strategies and contribute to SEND support, behaviour management and student development.
Working collaboratively, the HLTA Teaching Assistant (Senior Learning Mentor) will guide Learning Mentors, monitor student progress, liaise with staff and parents, and help create an inclusive and engaging learning environment.
DUTIES
Your duties as the HLTA Teaching Assistant (Senior Learning Mentor) include:
• Deliver Targeted Interventions: Plan and deliver 1:1 and small group support sessions
• Support Classroom Learning: Work alongside teachers to implement effective strategies
• Monitor Student Progress: Assess, record and report on development and attainment
• Develop Support Strategies: Share effective approaches with teaching staff
• Line Manage Learning Mentors: Support and develop team members’ practice
• Support SEND Students: Provide tailored support for a range of additional needs
• Liaise with Stakeholders: Communicate effectively with parents, staff and external agencies
• Maintain Student Records: Ensure accurate and up-to-date documentation
• Promote Inclusion: Facilitate reintegration and engagement in learning
• Contribute to School Activities: Support break duties and extracurricular activities as required
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
• Previous experience in a Teaching Assistant, Learning Mentor or similar education support role
• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience, or willingness to work towards
• GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4 (C) or above (or equivalent)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience supporting students with SEND, including ASD, ADHD or learning needs
• Ability to plan, deliver and assess intervention programmes
• Confident using ICT and education technology to support learning
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Highly organised with strong record-keeping skills
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection practices
BENEFITS
• Comprehensive induction including a dedicated mentor
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities
• Opportunities for career progression
• One day per academic year — a fully paid day off to support personal events
• Two-week October half term: Providing staff and students with an extended break during the autumn term
• Extensive department resources and facilities
• Cycle-to-Work scheme
• Access to the modern Leisure Centre
• Enrolment in one of the UK’s largest public sector pension schemes
The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. They will ensure that all recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
We reserve the right to close any of our vacancies early.
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JOB REF: AWDO-P14677
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