Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

the stanway school; Colchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local comprehensive school in Colchester is looking for a passionate Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) dedicated to helping students reach their potential. Responsibilities include planning lessons, supporting students with complex needs, and promoting positive behaviours. Ideal candidates will have solid interpersonal skills, experience in a school setting, and a commitment to student success. A competitive salary and robust training are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Robust CPD training

Pension scheme

Health cash plan

Cycle to work scheme

Employee assistance program

Discounts including cinema and gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a school setting (primary or secondary).
• Ability to use initiative to resolve routine problems independently.
• A commitment to achieving the best outcomes for all pupils.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering learning to small groups and whole classes.
• Working one-to-one with students with complex learning needs.
• Promoting positive behaviour and raising self-esteem.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Communication

Teamwork

Passion for working with children

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and proactive Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our team at The Stanway School. If you're dedicated to helping students reach their full potential and are looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.

Role Responsibilities

1. Planning and delivering learning to small groups and whole classes;
2. Working one-to-one with students with complex learning needs;
3. Supporting students with activities designed to enhance numeracy, literacy, and social-emotional skills;
4. Providing cover if class teachers are absent;
5. Promoting positive behaviour, raising self-esteem, and encouraging an aspirational culture;
6. Working with SEN students to foster their development as independent learners.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience of working in a school setting (primary or secondary);
• Ability to use initiative to resolve routine problems independently;
• A commitment to achieving the best outcomes for all pupils;
• Strong interpersonal skills and proactive attitude;
• A passion for working with children and helping them succeed;
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Working Hours and Conditions

Hours of work will be between 08:00am - 4:30pm. The post is 37 hours per week, 40 weeks per year (term time, plus non-pupil days and one additional week during school closure periods). The working pattern will be discussed at interview.

About The Stanway School

The Stanway School is a heavily over-subscribed 11-16 comprehensive school with over 1,300 students. It is a specialist school in Humanities and Maths & Computing, with recent expansions and a vibrant school community that values continuous improvement and student achievement.

Safeguarding and Benefits

The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and all posts are subject to safer recruitment processes, including criminal record checks and online vetting. Employee benefits include a competitive salary, robust CPD training, pension scheme, health cash plan, employee assistance program, cycle to work scheme, eye care plan, annual flu vaccination, and various discounts including cinema and gym memberships.

Please note that an integration period applies to all new staff joining the Trust.