HLTA & Classroom Cover Supervisor

Vision for Education Ltd; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible placements

Long-term placements

Consultant support

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd is seeking confident HLTA and Classroom Cover Supervisors to work across primary schools in Southend. This role offers flexible, long-term placements and the chance to broaden classroom experience.

You’ll lead learning in the absence of the teacher, deliver planned lessons, support pupils across year groups, and work closely with school staff to ensure smooth, engaging lessons.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a primary school.
• Ability to manage a classroom independently.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• Able to adapt to different learning needs and environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead whole-class learning in the absence of the class teacher.
• Deliver pre-planned lessons and learning activities.
• Support pupils across different year groups.
• Manage classroom behaviour and maintain engagement.
• Provide additional support to pupils with SEND.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and school leadership.

Skills

Classroom management

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

HLTA status

Job description

HLTA & Classroom Cover Supervisor

Location: Southend | Full-Time / Flexible Opportunities

Ready to take the next step in your education career?

Vision for Education is seeking confident, adaptable and experienced HLTA and Classroom Cover Supervisors to work across primary schools in Southend.

Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, HLTA, Cover Supervisor or aspiring teacher, this is an excellent opportunity to broaden your classroom experience and take on greater responsibility.

The Role:

• Leading whole-class learning in the absence of the class teacher.
• Delivering pre-planned lessons and learning activities.
• Supporting pupils across different year groups.
• Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining engagement.
• Providing additional support to pupils with SEND.
• Working collaboratively with teaching staff and school leadership.

We're Looking For:

• Previous experience working in a primary school.
• Confidence managing a classroom independently.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• The ability to adapt to different learning needs and environments.
• HLTA status or relevant classroom experience is desirable.

Why Vision for Education?

• Opportunities across a range of welcoming primary schools.
• Flexible and long-term placements.
• Dedicated consultant support.
• Opportunities to develop your classroom experience and progress professionally.

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