Higher Level Teaching Assistant – Guildford

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant for a maternity cover role starting in June 2025 in Guildford. The successful candidate will lead classes, support children's learning, and ensure continuity during teacher absences. This long-term opportunity offers flexible hours and competitive pay, ideal for those aspiring to become teachers.

Benefits

Flexible working hours (8:30 - 15:30)

On-site parking

Good transport links

Better work-life balance

Competitive pay rates

Referral scheme earning up to £125 in vouchers

Qualifications

• Strong behaviour management skills.
• Highly motivated and reliable.
• Ability to develop professional relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead classes and develop children's skills.
• Support students needing additional help.
• Participate in extracurricular activities.

Skills

Behaviour management

Flexibility

Adaptability

Caring nature

Education

HLTA status or previous teaching assistant experience

Job description

KS2 Higher Level Teaching Assistant – Guildford - June 2025 Start – Maternity cover

Role Overview

If you are seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) role starting in June 2025 in Guildford, this opportunity could be ideal for you. The role involves leading classes, developing children’s skills, and covering classes during teachers’ absences using their planned lessons to ensure continuous learning without disruption.

Ideal Candidate

• Enjoys teaching children and supporting their learning
• Wants to do more than classroom support
• Aspiring to become a teacher and seeking hands-on experience
• Possesses strong behaviour management skills
• Flexible and adaptable in supporting a range of students
• Kind, caring, nurturing, and fair personality

Responsibilities

• Carrying out intervention tasks to support students lacking confidence
• Supporting students who need additional help with their learning
• Supporting pupils across the school and participating in extracurricular activities
• Supporting the learning and development of each pupil, ensuring they are encouraged, supported, and managed effectively

Requirements

• HLTA status or previous teaching assistant experience preferred
• Highly motivated, reliable, and good time management
• Ability to develop professional relationships with staff, pupils, and parents
• Flexible, adaptable, and able to follow school policies and planning
• Caring and kind nature with a desire to work with children
• Ability to assess pupil progress

Benefits

• Flexible working hours (8:30 - 15:30)
• On-site parking and good transport links
• Better work-life balance
• Competitive pay rates
• Online timesheets and PAYE payroll
• Referral scheme earning up to £125 in love to shop vouchers per referral

Additional Information

This is a long-term and permanent contract opportunity within mainstream primary school settings in the Guildford area. If you believe you are the right fit, APPLY NOW!