Qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Smile Education; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Education seeks a qualified HLTA to join a school in Stockton. The role is 35.5 hours per week, term-time plus 5 days, with a daily rate of £100–£110. The HLTA will work closely with teachers to raise attainment and support pupils with diverse needs.

You will lead and cover classes, support SEND pupils, and help maintain an inclusive learning environment. DBS checks and safeguarding compliance are required.

Qualifications

• Must hold a recognised HLTA qualification or appropriate equivalent qualification/experience.
• Relevant experience working with children in an educational setting.
• Reliable and contactable professional references required.
• DBS Update Service or willingness to apply for a new DBS.
• Strong safeguarding understanding and commitment to child wellbeing.
• Excellent communication, organisation and behaviour-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a school team.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with class teachers to raise pupils’ learning and attainment.
• Promote pupils’ independence, self-esteem and social inclusion.
• Provide support to individual pupils and groups to access the curriculum and participate in learning.
• Lead and cover classes under supervision when required.
• Support pupils with SEND and promote an inclusive learning environment.
• Deliver structured activities and use ICT to support learning.
• Observe pupil progress and provide feedback to teachers.
• Communicate with parents and carers under direction of the class teacher.
• Support safeguarding and wellbeing in line with KCSIE and school policies.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent

Job description

Qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Location: Stockton

Hours: 35.5 hours per week, term-time only + 5 days

Salary: £100-£110 per day

Contact: 01642 843793 | [e-mail]

We are currently looking for a qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a school in Stockton.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and committed HLTA who is passionate about supporting children and helping pupils achieve their full potential.

The main purpose of the role As an HLTA, you will:

• Work closely with class teachers to raise pupils’ learning and attainment.
• Promote pupils’ independence, self-esteem and social inclusion.
• Provide support to individual pupils and groups, enabling them to access the curriculum and participate fully in learning.
• Support pupils to develop confidence and experience a sense of achievement.
• Lead and cover classes, under supervision, when required.
• Support pupils with SEND and promote an inclusive learning environment.

Key responsibilities You will be responsible for:

• Supporting teachers with the delivery of a broad and balanced curriculum.
• Using effective teaching and learning strategies to support pupil progress.
• Managing behaviour effectively and maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.
• Preparing classrooms and organising teaching resources.
• Observing pupils and providing feedback to teachers regarding their progress and development.
• Supporting assessment, planning, monitoring and recording of pupil progress.
• Planning and delivering structured activities that engage and motivate pupils.
• Using ICT effectively to support learning.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, support staff and other professionals.
• Communicating appropriately with parents and carers under the direction of the class teacher.
• Supporting pupils' wellbeing and safeguarding in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and school policies.
• Supervising and caring for children who may be upset or have accidents.
• Taking part in professional development and the school's appraisal process.

Essential requirements Please do not apply unless you meet the following requirements:

• You must hold a recognised HLTA qualification or appropriate equivalent qualification/experience for the role.
• You must have relevant experience working with children in an educational setting.
• You must be able to provide reliable and contactable professional references.
• You must hold a DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for a new DBS.
• You must have a strong understanding of safeguarding and be committed to promoting the safety and wellbeing of children.
• You must have excellent communication, organisation and behaviour-management skills.
• You must be able to work effectively as part of a school team.

Interested? If you are a qualified HLTA looking for a new opportunity in Stockton and meet the requirements above, we would love to hear from you.

Please contact Nomvula on 01642 843793 or email [e-mail] for further information or to discuss the role.

SM1ENQ

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.