Primary Higher Level Teaching assistant

TeacherActive

East Midlands

On-site

GBP 18,000 - 24,000

Full time

33 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

24/7 consultant support

Access to primary schools

Flexible day-to-day and longer-term

Experience across year groups

CPD through My-Progression

Market-leading pay

Referral scheme £100

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support primary schools across Nottingham and surrounding areas. You will lead learning, support teachers and manage classrooms when required, delivering planned lessons and interventions.

Opportunities range from day-to-day supply to longer placements, offering flexibility and variety across year groups. The role requires strong behavior management, good curriculum knowledge and excellent communication with pupils

Qualifications

Experience as a Teaching Assistant or HLTA in primary education.
Experience supporting children across the primary age range.
Confidence leading lessons, activities and small-group interventions.
Ability to manage a classroom and maintain positive behaviour.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
Good understanding of the primary curriculum.
Understanding safeguarding and promoting pupil well-being.
Calm, adaptable and proactive approach.
Ability to work independently when required.
Flexibility and reliability across different primary school settings.

Responsibilities

Lead planned lessons and activities.
Support the class teacher and manage the classroom.
Deliver targeted interventions and small-group work.
Support pupils on a 1:1 basis as required.
Take responsibility for a class in the absence of the teacher.

Skills

Classroom management

Leadership

Communication

Interventions

Year-group flexibility

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Location: Nottingham & surrounding areas
Start Date: ASAP / Ongoing Opportunities
Salary: £100 £130 per day, depending on experience

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant or HLTA looking for your next opportunity within primary education?

Are you confident leading learning, supporting teachers and managing a classroom when required?

Do you have the experience and enthusiasm to make a real difference to children s learning and development?

Teacher Active is looking to expand our pool of passionate and reliable Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to support primary schools across Nottingham and the surrounding areas.

We work with a wide range of mainstream primary schools, offering regular opportunities for experienced HLTAs who are confident working across different year groups and supporting pupils with a variety of learning needs.

Opportunities can range from day-to-day flexible supply to short-term cover and longer-term placements, making this an ideal opportunity for experienced HLTAs looking for flexibility, consistent work or the chance to experience different school settings.

As an HLTA, you could be supporting the class teacher, delivering planned lessons, leading whole-class or small-group activities, providing targeted intervention and supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis. You may also be required to take responsibility for a class in the absence of the class teacher.

A key part of the role will be creating a positive learning environment, maintaining high expectations and helping pupils develop their confidence, independence and academic skills.

The successful HLTA will ideally have:

Experience working as a Teaching Assistant, HLTA or within a similar primary education role
Experience supporting children across the primary age range
Confidence leading lessons, activities and small-group interventions
The ability to manage a classroom and maintain positive behaviour
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to build positive and professional relationships with pupils and staff
A good understanding of the primary curriculum
An understanding of safeguarding and promoting pupil well-being
A calm, adaptable and proactive approach
The ability to work confidently and independently when required
Flexibility and reliability when working across different primary school settings

In return, you can expect to receive:

A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7
Access to a wide range of primary schools across Nottingham and the surrounding areas
Flexible day-to-day and longer-term opportunities
The opportunity to gain experience across different year groups and school settings
CPD courses and certificates through My-Progression
Market-leading rates of pay
Teacher Active Referral Scheme receive up to £100 when you refer a friend. Terms and Conditions apply.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.