HLTA

TN United Kingdom; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school in Sheffield. This long-term role offers the opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of young learners, especially those with Special Educational Needs. The school prides itself on its inclusive environment and provides ample support for professional development. If you are self-motivated, creative, and passionate about education, this could be the perfect opportunity to grow your career while positively impacting students' lives. Join a team that values dedication and teamwork in a nurturing atmosphere.

Benefits

Free online safeguarding training

Supportive work environment

Potential for permanent position

Qualifications

• Must have HLTA status and experience working in the classroom.
• Experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs.
• Create resources and strategies for an inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Self-motivation

Behaviour management

Creativity

Good Maths skills

Good English skills

ICT skills

Team player

Experience with SEN pupils

Education

Higher Level Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Do you want to make a difference to young lives? Are you driven and want to be a part of success stories, working as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant? I have a primary school in Sheffield that is looking for a HLTA for a long-term role. The school is multi-form entry, so there is plenty of support around for you. This school is very supportive and will help you develop your career in teaching. They have consistently had HLTA's through myself, and there will be security with this position. It is important you have the Higher Level Teaching Assistant qualification or experience to be considered for this role.

They are graded ‘Good’ by Ofsted and would be a lovely school to work for. I currently have SEN support staff and a counsellor working with the school. They are very happy there and have remained on long-term supply for two academic years now.

I am looking for a driven, positive, and experienced candidate to work as a HLTA across schools. I am looking for candidates who have:

1. The ability to be self-motivated and driven to support the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs.
2. Attained HLTA status, through the qualification and experience of working as a HLTA in the classroom.
3. Creativity and knowledge of different strategies to use in the classroom, as well as strong behaviour management skills.
4. Organisation and experience of creating resources to use in the classroom.
5. The passion to ensure pupils are supported in an inclusive classroom environment.
6. Good Maths, English, and ICT skills.
7. Experience of working with pupils in intervention groups – supporting in subjects such as Maths and Literacy.
8. Proactivity and the ability to work as a good team player, with members of staff and pupils alike.
9. Experience of working with pupils with moderate learning difficulties, autistic spectrum disorder, and behavioural and emotional difficulties.

If you believe you are the right candidate, please get in touch with us ASAP – we would love to hear from you!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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 at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. This may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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