Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Secondary School (Dagenham, Essex) Position: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Location: Barking and Dagenham Salary: £32,925 - £33,957 per annum Start date: 22nd April 2025 The Role: Smart Teachers is recruiting for an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a secondary school in Dagenham, Essex. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated professional with Speech and Language Therapy (SaLT) experience, who can deliver small group and one-to-one interventions based on SaLT advice. Key Responsibilities: Deliver targeted SaLT-based interventions to students on a one-to-one and small group basis Work closely with the SEND department to support communication and learning needs Assist in classroom-based support alongside teaching staff Monitor and track student progress, providing feedback to teachers and therapists Requirements: Proven HLTA experience, ideally within a secondary school setting Experience working with SaLT strategies or alongside Speech and Language Therapists A passion for supporting students with additional needs and strong communication skills A Level 4 HLTA qualification (desirable but not essential) Why Join Us: Supportive school environment with a dedicated SEND team Competitive pay and professional development opportunities £125 referral bonus available through Smart Teachers About us: We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. How to Apply: If you are interested in this role or would like to refer a colleague, please apply via Smart Teachers or contact us directly at: Email: Phone: or