SEND SPECIALIST - HLTA

The su ccessful candidate will provide specialist, high-impact support and lead targeted interventions that demonstrably improve student outcomes. The postholder will work directly with students, support and train staff, liaise with parents and carers, and lead the school’s peer mentoring provision for SEND students. Key Responsibilities: Direct Support for Students Provide one-to-one support and small group interventions for SEND students, both in and outside of the classroom. Deliver targeted sessions focused on social communication, literacy, numeracy, organisation, or emotional regulation, depending on student needs. Support students in developing strategies to increase independence, resilience, and confidence. Work with students to facilitate smooth transitions between key stages or when joining the school mid-year. Staff Training and Support Plan and deliver training sessions to teaching and support staff on effective SEND strategies and inclusive practice. Offer coaching and guidance to colleagues to ensure quality first teaching and appropriate classroom differentiation. Provide written guidance and resources to support staff understanding of individual needs. Parental and External Engagement Maintain regular communication with parents and carers, offering updates on progress and strategies for support at home. Attend and contribute to meetings with parents and external professionals, including EHCP reviews. Liaise with external agencies and services where relevant, under the direction of the SENDCo or senior staff. Mentoring Programme Coordinate and lead the student-to-student SEND mentoring programme. Train and support student mentors to work effectively with mentees, promoting inclusive peer relationships. Monitor the impact of the mentoring scheme and ensure it is responsive to the needs of participating students. Strategic Development Work with the SENDCo and senior staff to contribute to the development and implementation of a three-year SEND strategy. Support the evaluation of current provision and identify areas for long-term improvement in student outcomes, staff training, and inclusive practice. Help establish milestones and indicators of success linked to the strategic plan.