Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; Stroud; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) in Stroud, Gloucestershire. This role involves supporting teachers and leading interventions to help primary-aged children thrive in their learning environment. Candidates should hold HLTA status or equivalent experience and possess strong communication skills. The position offers opportunities for professional development within a supportive school community and flexible contract options.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive and inclusive community

Qualifications

• Holds HLTA status or is working towards it.
• Experience with primary-aged children required.
• Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexible, organised, and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering inclusive lessons.
• Lead small group interventions and whole-class learning.
• Provide support to pupils with additional needs.
• Assist in planning learning activities.
• Contribute to the school community.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive approach

Experience with primary-aged children

Education

HLTA status or relevant equivalent experience

Job description

Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Location: Stroud, Gloucestershire
Contract: Full-time / Part-time (term-time only)
Daily rate: Dependent on experience and qualifications

Are you passionate about helping children thrive in their learning? Do you have the skills and experience to take on a key role in supporting teaching and learning across a primary school setting?

We are looking to recruit dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) who are looking to work in and around the Stroud area.

About the Role:

As a HLTA, you will play a vital role in:

• Supporting teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Leading small group interventions and whole-class learning where required.
• Providing targeted support to pupils with additional needs.
• Assisting in planning and preparing learning activities.
• Contributing to the wider life of the school community.

About You:

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds HLTA status (or is working towards it) or has relevant equivalent experience.
• Has experience working with primary-aged children.
• Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is flexible, organised, and proactive in their approach.
• Shares our commitment to ensuring every child achieves their full potential.

What We Offer:

• A welcoming, supportive, and inclusive school community.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• The chance to make a real difference in children’s lives.

If you are an enthusiastic and motivated professional ready to make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to [e-mail]

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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