Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Ringway; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term or short-term placements

Support from experienced recruiters

CV enhancement opportunities

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support KS1-KS2 in primary settings across different schools. This is a long-term role starting ASAP with diverse school placements.

You will work 1:1 with SEND pupils, cover lessons when needed, and contribute to inclusive learning environments while building your classroom skills and CV for future opportunities. DBS update service preferred.

Qualifications

• UK degree in Psychology or core subject is required.
• Genuine passion for working with children and young people.
• Willingness to obtain/hold DBS on Update Service and provide references covering last 2 years.
• Flexible, adaptable and patient in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Support across KS1–KS2 assisting class teachers.
• Work 1:1 with children with SEND to provide personalised learning support.
• Cover lessons when required.
• Lead or assist with small group interventions.
• Support pupils within mainstream school.
• Encourage positive behaviour and develop social and emotional skills.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and other staff to create an inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Passion for working with children

Patience

Flexibility

Team collaboration

Education

UK degree in Psychology or core subject

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Are you a recent Psychology or core subject graduate looking to kickstart your career in education?

Maybe you have some school based experience and now wish to gain a long term role where you can support for a full academic year, starting ASAP?

What the role involves:

• Support across KS1 - KS2 assisting the class teachers
• Working 1:1 with children with SEND to provide personalised learning support
• Assist with covering lessons where required
• Leading or assisting with small group interventions
• Supporting pupils within mainstream school
• Encouraging positive behaviour and developing social and emotional skills
• Collaborating with teachers, SENCOs, and other school staff to create an inclusive learning environment

We're looking for candidates who:

• Have a UK degree in Psychology or core subject degree
• Have a genuine passion for working with children and young people
• Passion for supporting children with additional needs
• Ideally have previous experience in a school, nursery, placement, or voluntary role supporting young people
• Hold a DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to obtain one)
• Can provide references covering the last 2 years
• Are flexible, adaptable and patient

What we offer:

• Opportunities for long-term, short-term work depending on your preferences
• Varied experience across different school settings and age groups if you wish
• Support and guidance from experienced recruiters who work closely with our schools
• The chance to build your skills and enhance your CV for future career opportunities