Job Description

Are you a Teaching Assistant looking for the next step to progress your career? Looking to get into teaching but want to gain experience first? Apply now!

In the role of Higher-Level Teaching Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting teaching and learning across the school. Working closely with teachers and school leadership, you will take on a diverse range of responsibilities, including delivering lessons, providing targeted support to students, and contributing to the overall development of a positive and inclusive learning environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced teaching assistant to take on additional responsibilities and make a significant impact on the educational experience of our students.

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - HLTA - Education and Training - Leigh-on-sea

Position: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Location: Leigh-on-sea
Salary Scale: £85-£125
Contract Type: Full-time

Responsibilities:

• Curriculum Delivery: As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant you will lead and deliver lessons in the absence of the classroom teacher, ensuring the continued progress and engagement of students.
• Support and Differentiation: Provide targeted support to individuals and groups of students, adapting teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs.
• Collaboration: As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant you will work closely with teachers and school leaders to contribute to the planning and development of curriculum activities.
• Assessment and Reporting: Assist in the assessment of student progress, providing valuable insights and feedback to contribute to ongoing improvement.
• Behavioral Support: As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant you will implement positive behavior management strategies, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Professional Development: Engage in continuous professional development, staying informed about best practices and educational innovations.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience covering/teaching lessons or similar
• Proven experience as a Teaching Assistant, with a demonstrated ability to lead lessons and support diverse learning needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with teachers, students, and parents.
• Initiative, adaptability, and a genuine passion for contributing to the educational success of students.
• Relevant qualifications or training in education or a related field.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay rates
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and advancement
• An opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young lives

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

If you are interested in this role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch within 24 hours.