Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Newbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Free CPD training

Dedicated local consultant support

Flexible work

Opportunities across multiple schools

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking confident and committed Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to support a range of primary and secondary schools across Newbury and the surrounding areas.

This opportunity is ideal for experienced Teaching Assistants looking to take on additional responsibilities, support teaching and learning, and help pupils reach their full potential. The role may involve leading small group interventions, covering lessons, and providing targeted support.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or significant experience as a Teaching Assistant.
• Experience supporting children in a school setting.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• Flexible, proactive, and professional approach.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons and learning activities.
• Lead whole-class sessions when required.
• Support pupils individually and in small groups.
• Assist with lesson preparation and classroom organisation.
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement in learning.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and school leaders.
• Support pupils with SEND and additional learning needs when required.

Skills

HLTA experience

Strong communication

Classroom management

Flexible/proactive

Education

HLTA status

DBS (Update Service)

Job description

Location: Newbury and Surrounding Areas
Pay: £95 - £110 per day (depending on experience)
Contract: Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available
Agency: Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel is seeking confident and committed Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to support a range of primary and secondary schools across Newbury and the surrounding areas.

This is an exciting opportunity for experienced Teaching Assistants looking to take on additional responsibilities, support teaching and learning across the classroom, and make a meaningful impact on pupils' educational journeys.

As an HLTA, you will play a vital role in supporting teachers and helping pupils achieve their full potential. You may be required to lead small group interventions, cover lessons in the teacher's absence, and provide targeted support to students with varying learning needs.

• Deliver pre-planned lessons and learning activities
• Lead whole-class sessions when required
• Support pupils individually and in small groups
• Assist with lesson preparation and classroom organisation
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement in learning
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and school leaders
• Support pupils with SEND and additional learning needs where required

Applicants should have:

• HLTA status or significant experience working as a Teaching Assistant
• Experience supporting children in a school setting
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• A flexible, proactive, and professional approach
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one

• Competitive daily rates of £95 - £110 per day, depending on experience
• Flexible work to suit your lifestyle and commitments
• Opportunities for day-to-day, long-term, and permanent positions
• Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella company deductions
• Access to free and discounted CPD training courses
• Dedicated support from your local Teaching Personnel consultant
• Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of school settings

Whether you're an established HLTA or an experienced Teaching Assistant ready for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Teaching Personnel and make a positive difference in schools across Newbury.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, reference checks, and employment verification in line with our safer recruitment practices.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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