Higher Level Teaching Assistant ( HLTA )

Hindley Green Community Primary School; Greater Manchester; Vor Ort; GBP 23.000 - 32.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Local Government pension scheme

Opportunities for professional develop

Supportive and collaborative working

Zusammenfassung

QUEST Academy Trust is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to work under senior staff, supporting delivery of quality education for pupils, including those with SEND. You will plan, prepare, and deliver learning activities for individuals or groups and lead other teaching assistants.

You will collaborate with staff, families and external agencies to promote pupil progress and well-being, provide high-quality PPA cover, and develop specialist areas within the school.

Qualifikationen

• Commitment to meeting the needs of children with diverse and complex SEND.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with pupils, staff and families.
• Experience or willingness to develop skills in behaviour management and personalised learning plans.
• Ability to lead and motivate others and pursue professional development.
• Flexible, resilient and enthusiastic about working in a Trust.

Aufgaben

• Plan, prepare, and deliver learning activities for individuals or groups.
• Support pupils with complex SEND and learning difficulties.
• Lead other teaching assistants and develop specialist areas.
• Provide high-quality cover for PPA time.
• Collaborate with staff, parents and external agencies to support pupil progress.

Kenntnisse

SEND support

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Leadership

Professional development

Personalised learning plans

Ausbildung

HLTA standards

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant at QUEST Academy Trust, you will work closely under the direction of senior staff to support the delivery of quality education for pupils . This role offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference by:

• Planning, preparing, and delivering tailored learning activities for individuals, small groups, or whole classes
• Supporting pupils with complex SEND, including those with autism, social, emotional, and mental health needs, and learning difficulties
• Managing and developing specialist areas within the school, and leading other teaching assistants
• Providing high-quality cover for teacher planning, preparation, and assessment (PPA) time
• Contributing to pupils’ social, emotional, and personal development in a safe and supportive environment
• Collaborating with staff, parents, and external agencies to ensure every pupil’s progress and well-being

This role demands creativity, patience, and commitment, offering you the chance to develop your expertise while playing a vital role in shaping the educational journey of our pupils.

About You

You are a dedicated professional who believes every pupil deserves the chance to succeed. You will bring:

• A commitment to meeting the needs of children with diverse and complex SEND
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families
• Experience or willingness to develop skills in behaviour management and delivering personalised learning plans
• Confidence to lead and motivate others, including fellow teaching assistants A proactive approach to your own professional development and a passion for continuous learning
• Qualifications meeting HLTA standards, with excellent literacy and numeracy skills
• Flexibility, resilience, and a genuine enthusiasm for working within a supportive, values-driven Trust

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who share our commitment to inclusion, respect, and the highest standards of education and care.

What We Offer

• Wellness day - An additional days leave to dedicate to your own wellbeing
• Local Government pension scheme
• The chance to work within a growing, successful multi-academy Trust with a clear vision and strong values
• Opportunities for professional development
• A supportive and collaborative working environment where your contributions are valued
• See our benefits brochure for further information