Higher Learning Teaching Assistant

Derby College; East Midlands; Presencial; GBP 21.000 - 27.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Local Government Pension Scheme 19.9%

Nursery discount at Little Explorers

TOTUM / Tastecard

EMR rail ticket discounts

Microsoft Office + 1TB OneDrive

SENSI onsite salon discount

Flint Bishop free will writing & 1h咨询

Career development opportunities

Specsavers eye tests

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Descripción de la vacante

Derby College Group is seeking a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to provide dedicated support for classes at our Broomfield Hall Campus. You will work closely with teaching staff, assist with in-class support, deliver small group activities, and help students develop confidence in numeracy to achieve qualifications.

You’ll bring experience with post-16 learners, GCSE/Functional Skills Maths understanding, and hold Level 2 Maths and English with a Level 3 credential; HLTA status is ideal.

Formación

• Experience supporting post-16 learners with GCSE/Functional Skills Maths is desirable.
• Must have Level 2 Maths and English; Level 3 qualification required.
• HLTA status is ideal and encouraged.

Responsabilidades

• Provide in-class support to students and assist teaching staff.
• Deliver small group activities to build confidence in numeracy.
• Assist with resource preparation and lesson materials.
• Implement targeted interventions to keep learners engaged and achieving qualifications.

Conocimientos

Numeracy support

Student engagement

Communication skills

Team player

Proactive approach

Educación

Level 2 Maths

Level 2 English

Level 3 qualification

HLTA status (ideal)

Descripción del empleo

Proposed interview date: 10th December

Optimistic – Equity – Kindness – Innovation – Collaboration

Derby College Group is seeking a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to provide dedicated support for classes at our incredible Broomfield Hall Campus.

The Opportunity

As a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA), you’ll play a key role in supporting teaching for students on different courses. Working closely with teaching staff, you’ll provide in-class support, deliver small group activities, and help students develop confidence in numeracy. You’ll also assist with resource preparation and targeted interventions to ensure learners stay engaged and achieve their qualifications.

About You

You’ll have experience supporting post-16 learners and either a good understanding of the GCSE and Functional Skills Maths curriculum, or understanding of varied curriculum areas. A team player with strategies to engage students who may be disengaged, you’ll bring strong communication skills and a proactive approach. A Level 2 qualification in Maths and English is essential, along with a Level 3 qualification. Ideally, you’ll hold HLTA status.

The Benefits

• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with a 19.9% employer contribution
• Discount at our Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ onsite Little Explorers Nursery
• TOTUM discount card (aka NUS/Student Discount Card) / discounted Tastecard
• Discounts on East Midlands Railway Annual Season Tickets
• Microsoft Office for FREE with 1TB of OneDrive cloud storage
• Discount on treatments at SENSI our onsite salon at the Roundhouse
• Flint Bishop Solicitors – free will writing, 1-hour free consultation with family department, 10% discount on Conveyancing services
• Continuous development and progression opportunities
• Free eye tests with Specsavers
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace which promotes and values diversity. We welcome all talent irrespective of age, disability, neuro-divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexual orientation or other personal circumstances. We ensure that our policies and procedures treat all applicants consistently and fairly during our recruitment process.

If you have any questions about the recruitment process, reasonable adjustments, or about the role, please contact us at [email protected].

Safeguarding statement

DCG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. An online search of the preferred candidate is also completed to help to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the college may need to explore with the candidate further. Please be advised that it is an offence to apply for this position if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

If you require visa sponsorship

Please note that unfortunately, this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system. Applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK but would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route. Please consult the Home Office website for further information. If you are on a graduate visa please let us know on your application so we can assess eligibility for employment with us.

Our Commitment to Sustainability

We are committed to embedding sustainability throughout Derby College Group, from the way we operate to the way we educate and support our learners. We welcome applicants who are motivated to support our sustainability ambitions, help reduce our environmental impact, and contribute to a creating a more sustainable world for our future generations.

Recruitment Agencies

We have a PSL of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list.