Higher Learning Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Great Bentley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD courses

Training & Development Team access

Refer a Friend Scheme (£150)

Job summary

Prospero Teaching in Colchester seeks a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join during a September start. The role focuses on classroom support and delivering targeted interventions to raise pupil achievement.

You will lead small groups and assist with whole-class sessions, working closely with teachers to plan engaging lessons. The position is full-time with a daily rate of £100–£110, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience leading small group interventions and supporting whole-class learning.
• Strong behaviour management skills.
• Up-to-date Safeguarding training (within last year) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead small groups and support whole-class learning as required.
• Support teachers in delivering engaging, inclusive lessons and activities.
• Contribute to pupils' learning and development across the day.

Skills

Lead small groups

Whole-class support

Behaviour management

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Colchester - September Start

Prospero Teaching are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming and supportive school in Colchester, starting September. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant looking to take the next step in their career and make a positive impact on pupils' learning and development.

The successful candidate will be confident leading small groups and whole-class sessions when required, supporting teachers in delivering engaging lessons, and helping pupils achieve their full potential.

CONTRACT DETAILS

• Location - Colchester
• Position - Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
• Type of work - Classroom support and intervention delivery
• Start date - September
• Duration - Ongoing / Long-term
• Full time/part-time - Full time
• Rate of pay - £100 - £110 per day (depending on experience)
• Hours - 08:30am - 15:45pm
• Working days - Monday to Friday

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience working within a UK school setting
• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience desirable
• Experience leading small group interventions and supporting whole-class learning
• Strong behaviour management skills
• Up-to-date Safeguarding training issued within the last year (desirable)

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:

• 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

WHAT PROSPERO TEACHING CAN OFFER YOU

• Free, accredited CPD courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
• Access to an in-house Training & Development Team
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Refer a Friend Scheme - earn £150 when you refer a suitable candidate