Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Hays Education is partnering with a mainstream school in Liverpool to recruit a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a full-time role in Anfield. You will deliver high-quality learning activities in the absence of the teacher and provide targeted support to pupils, including those with special educational needs.

Working alongside the class teacher and SENCo, you will implement targets from EHCPs and support plans, plan adaptable activities, and assess pupil progress while promoting

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience leading learning activities within a classroom.
• Experience working with children with SEND in mainstream or specialist settings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality learning activities to individuals, groups, and whole classes in the absence of the teacher.
• Provide targeted support to pupils, including those with SEND.
• Support pupils to access the curriculum and participate fully in classroom activities.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCo to implement targets from EHCPs, IEPs, and support plans.
• Plan, prepare, and adapt learning activities and resources to meet individual needs.
• Assess, record, and report on pupils' progress and attainment.
• Support communication, language development, and social interaction.
• Promote emotional wellbeing, self-regulation, and positive behaviour strategies.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and engagement in learning.

Skills

HLTA qualification

Classroom leadership

SEND experience

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: HLTALocation: LiverpoolArea: Anfield

Job DescriptionHays Education are working with a mainstream school based in Allerton who are seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join them on a full-time basis.The role will involve:

• Deliver high-quality learning activities to individuals, groups, and whole classes in the absence of the teacher
• Provide targeted support to pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)
• Support pupils to access the curriculum and participate fully in classroom activities
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCo to implement targets from EHCPs, IEPs, and support plans
• Plan, prepare, and adapt learning activities and resources to meet individual needs
• Assess, record, and report on pupils' progress and attainment
• Support communication, language development, and social interaction
• Promote emotional wellbeing, self-regulation, and positive behaviour strategies
• Encourage independence, confidence, and engagement in learning

Previous Experience Required

• HLTA qualification or equivalent relevant experience
• Previous experience leading learning activities within a classroom environment
• Experience working with children with SEN in mainstream or specialist settings

What Hays Education Offers

• Competitive rates of pay
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Hays consultant
• Access to free training and resources
• Opportunities for short-term, long-term, and permanent roles
• £250 refer-a-friend scheme (terms and conditions apply)