Job description

Are you a passionate and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) looking for a new opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a mainstream school setting? Do you have the skills, dedication, and creativity to support pupils in reaching their full potential? If so, we would love to hear from you!

About Us

We are a thriving mainstream school committed to providing a nurturing, inclusive, and high-quality education for all our pupils. We are proud of our supportive school community, where every child is valued, respected, and encouraged to succeed.

The Role

We are seeking a proactive and skilled HLTA to join our team. Working closely with teachers and other support staff, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality teaching and learning experiences, ensuring all pupils receive the support they need to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons or interventions under the guidance of the class teacher.
• Cover whole-class teaching during teacher absences (PPA, sickness, etc.).
• Support individual pupils and small groups, ensuring differentiated approaches to meet their needs.
• Assist with the assessment, recording, and reporting of pupil progress.
• Work collaboratively with teachers to adapt lesson plans, resources, and teaching strategies.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.
• Provide support to pupils with additional needs, including SEND and EAL learners.
• Engage with parents/carers to communicate pupil progress and well-being.

Requirements

• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience supporting teaching and learning in a mainstream setting.
• Strong knowledge of the primary or secondary curriculum (depending on the phase).
• Confidence in delivering lessons and managing a classroom independently.
• Understanding of strategies to support SEND and EAL learners.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, proactive, and flexible approach to working with children.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Why Join Us?

• A supportive and collaborative staff team.
• Access to ongoing professional development opportunities.
• A welcoming and inclusive school community.
• Opportunities to make a genuine difference in the lives of young learners.

Job Types: Temporary, Fixed term contract

Pay: £100.00-£160.00 per day