Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

GB Recruitment (Staffs) Ltd; Sandford Hill; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local recruitment agency is seeking experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) to support learning in Upper Key Stage 2. The ideal candidates will have strong backgrounds in teaching, a relevant NVQ Level 3 qualification, and commitment to helping every child succeed. Responsibilities include delivering group interventions and maintaining high teaching standards across the curriculum.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as an HLTA, particularly with children in Year 6.
• Secure understanding of the Key Stage 2 curriculum.
• Effective in delivering small-group interventions.

Responsibilities

• Support learning in Upper Key Stage 2.
• Administer assessments, including Year 6 SATs.
• Cover PPA and leadership time maintaining teaching standards.

Skills

Experience as HLTA

Understanding of Key Stage 2 curriculum

Organizational skills

Classroom and behavior management

Education

NVQ Level 3 qualification or higher

Job description

GB Recruitment are currently seeking experienced and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) with a strong background in supporting learning in Upper Key Stage 2. The ideal candidates will have prior experience working as an HLTA and hold a relevant NVQ Level 3 qualification or higher.

The successful applicants will ideally:

* Have previous experience working as an HLTA, particularly with children in Year 6 or upper Key Stage 2;
* Demonstrate a secure understanding of the Key Stage 2 curriculum and the high expectations for pupils at the end of the key stage;
* Have experience supporting the administration of assessments, including end-of-key-stage tests such as Year 6 SATs would be advantageous
* Be confident in delivering small-group interventions based on plans provided by the class teacher;
* Be able to support pupils in making accelerated progress by identifying next steps and providing appropriate challenges;
* Have excellent organisational skills and be well-prepared for all responsibilities;
* Use effective classroom and behaviour management strategies rooted in positive, respectful relationships;
* Be confident covering PPA and leadership time within the upper Key Stage 2 team, maintaining a high standard of teaching and learning.
* Be able to travel within the Stoke on Trent Staffordshire areas
* We are looking enthusiastic, proactive HLTA’s who are committed to helping every child succeed.