Higher Level Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education seeks a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to enhance teaching and learning across schools in Wakefield. This role involves planning and delivering engaging lessons, supporting individual and group interventions, and ensuring a positive learning environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the National Curriculum and excellent communication skills. Join a collaborative team committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, with opportunities for professional development and training.

Benefits

Free child protection training

Support with DBS checks

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience required.
• Experience working with primary-aged children in a classroom setting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver learning activities under teacher direction.
• Manage pupil behaviour and provide pastoral support.
• Assess pupils' progress and support teachers with feedback.

Skills

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Teaching Support

Behaviour Management

Safeguarding

Education

HLTA Qualification

First Aid Training

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant, Wakefield

Client: Teaching Personnel

Location: Wakefield, United Kingdom

Job Category: Education

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: c9534ab4e98a

Job Views: 3

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

Location: Wakefield (any)

Contract Type: Full-Time/Part-Time, Permanent/Fixed-Term

Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm

Start Date: ASAP

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support teaching and learning across schools. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers, providing high-quality support to pupils, leading whole-class sessions, and assisting in planning and delivering lessons.

Key Responsibilities

• Teaching & Learning Support:
  • Plan, prepare, and deliver learning activities under the direction of the class teacher.
  • Cover classes in the teacher’s absence, ensuring continuity of learning.
  • Support individual and small group interventions to raise attainment.
  • Assess pupils' progress and provide feedback to teachers.
• Classroom & Behaviour Management:
  • Establish and maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment.
  • Manage pupil behaviour effectively following the school’s policies.
  • Provide pastoral support to pupils when necessary.
• Assist in the planning and delivery of engaging lessons.
• Support teachers in assessing and recording pupil progress.
• Contribute to the development of teaching materials and resources.
• General Duties:
  • Participate in staff meetings and training sessions.
  • Communicate effectively with parents and carers when required.
  • Ensure the safeguarding and welfare of all pupils in line with school policies.

Person Specification

HLTA qualification or equivalent experience.

Experience working with primary-aged children in a classroom setting.

Strong understanding of the National Curriculum.

Ability to manage classroom behaviour effectively.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

A commitment to safeguarding and child protection.

Experience leading whole-class teaching.

Additional qualifications in SEND or EAL support.

First Aid training.

Requirements

• Right to work in the UK
• At least 2 references covering 24 months of experience
• Child Enhanced DBS on the update service or willing to apply for one

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 statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available later.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, which may include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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