Higher Learning Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Colchester; On-site; GBP 17,555 - 23,034; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming Colchester school. The role involves supporting teaching and learning across the school and covering lessons, starting in September.

An experienced practitioner with HLTA status or relevant qualifications is ideal to contribute to pupils' educational outcomes. The position is full-time, based in Colchester, with a daily rate of £110+, and opportunities for progression through CPD and in-house

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or HLTA in a UK school.
• HLTA status or relevant qualifications desirable.
• Strong understanding of the National Curriculum.
• Experience delivering interventions and supporting whole-class learning.
• Up-to-date safeguarding training issued within the last year (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across the school.
• Provide classroom support and cover lessons as needed.

Skills

HLTA experience

UK classroom experience

Curriculum knowledge

Safeguarding training

Education

HLTA status or relevant qualifications

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Colchester

Prospero Teaching are seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a supportive and welcoming school in Colchester, starting in September. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practitioner looking to take the next step in their career, supporting teaching and learning across the school while making a positive impact on pupils’ educational outcomes.

Contract Details

• Location: Colchester
• Position: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
• Type of work: Classroom support and lesson cover
• Start date: September
• Duration: Ongoing / Long-term
• Full time/part-time: Full time
• Rate of pay: Minimum £110 per day (depending on experience)
• Hours: 08:30am – 15:45pm

Experience, Training and Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or HLTA in a UK school
• HLTA status or relevant qualifications desirable
• Strong understanding of the National Curriculum
• Experience delivering interventions and supporting whole-class learning
• Up-to-date Safeguarding training issued within the last year (desirable)

Eligibility Requirements

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one
• Provide two professional child-related references

Benefits

• Free, accredited CPD courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
• Access to an in‑house Training & Development Team