Year 1 HLTA: Lead Class Coverage in Central Manchester

Aspire People; Manchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is hiring a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a primary school in Central Manchester to support a Year 1 class. The role is full-time, starting ASAP, initially until Christmas with a potential extension through to the end of the academic year.

The ideal candidate is an experienced HLTA or a graduate with prior work with children, available Monday to Friday and holding a DBS on Update Service. UK degree is desirable for graduates.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a primary setting.
• Ability to lead a Year 1 class or cover lessons confidently.
• Strong communication and classroom-management skills.
• UK degree is desirable for graduate applicants.

Responsibilities

• Support and lead learning within a Year 1 classroom.
• Cover PPA sessions and lead the class in the teacher's absence.
• Deliver engaging lessons and activities in line with the school's curriculum.
• Support pupils with their learning, progress and development.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Work closely with the class teacher and wider school team.
• Adapt activities to meet the needs of individual pupils.
• Build positive and professional relationships with pupils, staff and parents.

Skills

Classroom management

PPA cover

Student engagement

Communication skills

Education

UK degree (desirable)

Job description

Aspire People is hiring a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a primary school in Central Manchester to support a Year 1 class. The role is full-time, starting ASAP, initially until Christmas with a potential extension through to the end of the academic year.

The ideal candidate is an experienced HLTA or a graduate with prior work with children, available Monday to Friday and holding a DBS on Update Service. UK degree is desirable for graduates.