Teaching Assistant

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Term Time Only Competitive Salary

Are you an experienced education professional looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference within a supportive primary school environment?

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and welcoming primary school seeking an enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team on a fixed-term basis until late 2027 potentially early 2028.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HLTA or an accomplished Teaching Assistant looking to take the next step in their career. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting pupils' learning, delivering targeted interventions and providing high-quality classroom support across the school.

Working closely with teachers and school leaders, you will support pupils both within the classroom and through small-group and one-to-one interventions. You will help ensure that every child can access learning opportunities and achieve their full potential.

The position requires a proactive, adaptable and engaging individual who can confidently build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents whilst maintaining high standards of learning and behaviour.

• Support teaching and learning across the school.
• Deliver planned lessons and learning activities under teacher direction.
• Lead small group intervention sessions.
• Provide classroom cover when required.
• Support pupils with varying learning needs and abilities.
• Monitor and record pupil progress.
• Assist with the preparation of classroom resources and learning materials.
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement within the classroom.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff and school leadership teams.
• Help create a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment for all pupils.

We welcome applications from candidates who are passionate about education and have experience supporting children within a school setting.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Previous experience working within a primary school environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong classroom management abilities.
• The confidence to work independently and use initiative.
• A positive, flexible and professional approach.
• The ability to engage and motivate children to achieve their best.
• A genuine commitment to supporting children's development and wellbeing.
• Please note: Due tocation own transport is a must.

Experience in any of the following roles would be advantageous:

• Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
• Teaching Assistant
• Learning Support Assistant
• SEN Teaching Assistant
• Cover Supervisor
• Education Support Worker

• Opportunity to work within a supportive and friendly school environment.
• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• Valuable experience within a respected educational setting.
• Ongoing support throughout the assignment.
• Chance to make a genuine difference to children's educational outcomes.
• Potential opportunities for future assignments within the education sector.

If you are passionate about helping children succeed and would like to join a dedicated school team making a positive difference every day, we would love to hear from you.

Please note that applications will be reviewed from 2 November , in line with the commencement of our recruitment campaign for this position. We appreciate your patience and will contact shortlisted applicants as soon as possible thereafter.

Submit your CV today to register your interest.

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