Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Northfleet; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Coast and Vale Learning Trust is seeking a dedicated teaching assistant to work closely with our teachers and support pupils to become confident, independent learners.

You'll plan, prepare and deliver engaging activities, monitor progress, and assist with effective classroom management. Commitment to confidentiality and strong literacy/numeracy skills are essential; NVQ3/HLTA or equivalent is preferred. This role supports inclusive learning across our primary-aged pupils.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant/HLTA or equivalent; working toward one.
• Experience across the primary curriculum.
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills.
• Commitment to confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging learning activities for pupils.
• Monitor, assess and record pupils' progress.
• Lead the classroom in the teacher's absence and maintain learning continuity.
• Support effective classroom management alongside the class teacher.
• Design and deliver individualised plans for pupils with SEND.

Skills

Communication

Literacy & Numeracy

Organisation

Rapport with Parents

Education

NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant/HLTA

Job description

The Role

Working closely alongside our teachers, you'll help pupils become confident, independent learners who stay focused and engaged.

Day to day, you will:

• Planning, preparing and delivering engaging learning activities, both to the whole class and to small groups or individuals needing targeted support
• Monitoring, assessing and recording pupils' progress and development
• Leading the classroom in the teacher's absence, keeping learning consistent and on track
• Supporting effective classroom management alongside the class teacher
• Working with teachers to design and deliver individualised plans for pupils with special educational needs

Above all, you'll help create a classroom where every child feels included, supported, and able to succeed.

About You

You're passionate about education and driven to help every child reach their full potential. You bring energy, organisation, and self-motivation to everything you do, along with the communication skills to build genuine rapport with children and parents/carers alike. Strong literacy and numeracy skills are a must, as is a real commitment to making learning irresistible — while staying flexible enough to adapt your approach to each child's needs.

You'll also be professional, trustworthy, and committed to developing your own practice, with a good understanding of the importance of confidentiality.

Ideally, you'll hold an NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants/HLTA qualification (or equivalent) — or be working towards one — with experience across the primary curriculum, including supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs.

About Us

We're proud to offer:

• An ambitious school leadership team committed to staff professional development and wellbeing
• A dedicated, professional, and determined staff team
• Highly motivated, happy children who are keen to learn and grow
• A genuine, whole-school commitment to staff wellbeing
• Excellent resources and vibrant, well-equipped teaching spaces