Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Kent Tech; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Tech is looking for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant in Sittingbourne. This permanent part-time role includes lesson planning, classroom coverage, and pupil management. The ideal candidate will possess the HLTA qualification and experience in Key Stages 1 and 2, along with excellent communication skills. A supportive environment with opportunities for career development is offered.

Benefits

CPD package supporting career development

Opportunities to learn within a network of schools

Leadership development opportunities

Supportive colleagues and leadership team

Qualifications

• Experience teaching within Key Stages 1 and 2.
• Evidence of commitment to safeguarding children.
• Excellent classroom practice.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare lessons and activities.
• Cover full classes in absence of colleagues.
• Manage and supervise pupil behavior.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

Organizational Skills

ICT Skills

Education

Higher Level Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant, Sittingbourne

Client: Kent Tech

Location: Sittingbourne

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 70730a0c277f

Job Views: 15

Posted: 22.06.2025

Expiry Date: 06.08.2025

Job Description

The HLTA role is vital to the school and involves the planning and preparing of lessons and learning activities. You will be required to cover full classes in the absence of colleagues. You will also manage and supervise pupil behaviour and contribute to effective school administration.

This role is a permanent post, working 26 hours per week over 4 days, during term time plus 5 INSET days.

Successful applicants should have:

• The Higher Level Teaching Assistant qualification
• Evidence of a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Experience teaching within Key Stages 1 and 2
• Excellent classroom practice and the ability to create an achievement-oriented atmosphere

You should:

• Have excellent communication skills
• Build effective relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
• Contribute effectively to team support
• Be willing and able to move between key stages if required
• Possess ICT skills for personal and classroom use
• Be highly organised and able to work independently

We offer:

• A bespoke CPD package supporting career development
• Opportunities to learn within a network of schools
• Leadership development opportunities
• Polite and well-mannered children
• Enthusiastic and inquisitive learners
• Supportive colleagues and leadership team