Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Reeson Education; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Reeson Education in Eastleigh is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support learning in a primary setting. The role combines classroom assistance with periods of increased responsibility, including leading interventions and providing planned whole-class cover where needed.

ASAP start, long-term contract, competitive daily rate (£100-£120). The successful HLTA will work closely with teaching staff to drive pupil progress and maintain continuity across the school day.

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification desirable or substantial equivalent experience.
• Experience covering classes and leading groups.
• Organised, adaptable, able to manage a class under guidance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned lessons and activities.
• Provide whole-class cover during teacher absence or PPA time.
• Lead targeted literacy, numeracy or other intervention groups.
• Support individuals and small groups who require additional help.
• Maintain positive behaviour and established classroom routines.
• Monitor how pupils respond to learning activities.
• Provide useful feedback to teachers about pupil progress.
• Assist in preparing classroom resources.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff.

Skills

Classroom experience

Leadership in learning

Interventions

Education

HLTA qualification (desirable)

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant | Eastleigh | Class Cover & Interventions | £100-£120 per day | ASAP Start

Reeson Education is recruiting an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant for an ASAP opportunity in Eastleigh. This Higher Level Teaching Assistant role is ideal for someone who is confident taking increased responsibility in the classroom, delivering planned learning and providing whole-class cover when required.

The successful Higher Level Teaching Assistant will work closely with teaching staff to support pupil progress while helping maintain continuity across the school day.

The Higher Level Teaching Assistant Role

Pay: £100-£120 per day

Location: Eastleigh

Start: ASAP

Setting: Primary school

Contract: Long-term opportunity

Responsibilities: Class cover, interventions and targeted learning support

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will combine classroom support with periods of increased responsibility. The Higher Level Teaching Assistant may lead planned activities, work with targeted groups and supervise whole classes where appropriate.

Responsibilities of a Higher Level Teaching Assistant

• Delivering lessons and activities that have been planned by teaching staff.
• Providing whole-class cover during teacher absence or PPA time.
• Leading targeted literacy, numeracy or other intervention groups.
• Supporting individuals and small groups who require additional help.
• Maintaining positive behaviour and established classroom routines.
• Monitoring how pupils respond to learning activities.
• Providing useful feedback to teachers about pupil progress.
• Supporting the preparation of classroom resources.
• Working collaboratively with teachers and other support staff.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant with strong classroom experience and the confidence to lead learning when required.

The ideal Higher Level Teaching Assistant will have experience covering classes, delivering teacher-planned lessons or working with groups independently. An HLTA qualification is desirable, although candidates with substantial relevant experience may also be considered.

A successful Higher Level Teaching Assistant should be organised, adaptable and comfortable managing a class while following the direction and planning of qualified teaching staff.

Why Join Reeson Education?

Working as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant through Reeson Education gives you access to current and upcoming Hampshire opportunities while receiving ongoing support throughout your assignment.

This Eastleigh position would suit a Higher Level Teaching Assistant looking for an ASAP start and a role offering more responsibility than a standard Teaching Assistant position without requiring full teacher-level planning.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07.