Impactful HLTA: Flexible, Inclusive Classroom Support

Esher Church of England High School; Guildford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

The Good Shepherd Trust is seeking a committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our school team and help deliver high-quality learning. The role focuses on supporting teaching, promoting inclusion, and maintaining a safe, engaging classroom environment.

The HLTA position is 14.5 hours per week across 38.6 weeks per year, with responsibilities spanning planning support, observation, IT-enabled learning, and collaborative work with teachers and specialists to help every pupil reach

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to support the work of the teacher and increase achievement for all pupils, including those with SEND
• Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning and extracurricular activities
• Support the delivery of a broad and balanced curriculum aimed at enabling all pupils to achieve their full potential
• Use effective behaviour management strategies in line with the school's policy and procedures
• Support class teachers in maintaining good order and discipline, ensuring a safe and productive learning environment
• Organise and manage teaching spaces and resources to create a stimulating and safe learning environment
• Observe pupil performance and share relevant information with the class teacher
• Supervise a class in the teacher's absence
• Use IT skills to enhance pupils' learning
• Undertake any other relevant duties as directed by the class teacher
• Contribute to effective assessment and planning by supporting the monitoring, recording and reporting of pupil performance and progress
• Read and understand lesson plans prior to lessons, where available
• Prepare the classroom for learning activities
• Use subject or specialist expertise to support planning and preparation of learning activities, including planning your role within them
• Use allocated time to devise clearly structured, motivating activities that advance learning
• Plan for the inclusion of all pupils in learning activities
• Communicate effectively with staff, pupils, parents and carers under the direction of the class teacher
• Share knowledge and understanding of pupils with colleagues and external professionals to support informed decision-making about interventions and provision
• Contribute to meetings with parents/carers by providing feedback on pupil progress, attainment and barriers to learning, as directed
• Work with the class teacher to keep external professionals informed of pupils' progress or concerns
• Understand your role within the classroom and wider school to work collaboratively and effectively with teachers and specialist colleagues
• Collaborate with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and beyond the school
• Build and maintain effective professional relationships
• Promote the safety and wellbeing of pupils, following Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance and the school's safeguarding and child protection policies
• Support children who are upset or who have had accidents
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge and understanding by reflecting on practice, liaising with school leaders and identifying relevant professional development
• Take opportunities to build skills, qualifications and experience with the support of the school
• Participate in the school's appraisal procedures

Job description

The Good Shepherd Trust is seeking a committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our school team and help deliver high-quality learning. The role focuses on supporting teaching, promoting inclusion, and maintaining a safe, engaging classroom environment.

The HLTA position is 14.5 hours per week across 38.6 weeks per year, with responsibilities spanning planning support, observation, IT-enabled learning, and collaborative work with teachers and specialists to help every pupil reach