HLTA

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

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Location

Salford, Greater Manchester

Contract

Full-time

Experience

Experienced HLTA required

About the Role

Astro Education is working in partnership with a school in the Salford area to recruit an experienced, confident and dedicated

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a full-time position.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HLTA who is passionate about supporting teaching and learning, raising pupil attainment and making a positive impact on students' educational development.

The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting teachers and pupils, delivering planned learning activities and, where required, leading classes during teacher absence.

You will work closely with teaching staff to ensure lessons are engaging, pupils remain focused and learning objectives are achieved.

We are looking for someone with strong classroom management skills, the confidence to lead learning independently and the ability to adapt their approach to meet the needs of different pupils.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver planned lessons and learning activities to individuals, small groups and whole classes.
• Lead classes during teacher absence, following lesson plans and school guidance.
• Provide targeted support to pupils to help them achieve their learning objectives.
• Work collaboratively with teachers to plan, prepare and evaluate learning activities.
• Support pupils with different abilities and additional learning needs.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and promote a positive learning environment.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teachers on attainment and engagement.
• Assist with assessment, classroom preparation and the development of learning resources.
• Encourage pupil independence, confidence and positive attitudes towards learning.
• Follow school policies, safeguarding procedures and behaviour management expectations.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) is essential.
• HLTA status or equivalent relevant experience, in line with the school's requirements.
• Strong classroom management and behaviour management skills.
• Confidence leading whole-class learning and delivering planned lessons.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• A flexible, proactive and professional approach. xsabvtc
• The ability to adapt to changing classroom needs and support pupils with a range of abilities.
• A commitment to safeguarding ...