Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Handsworth
Location: Handsworth
Pay: £95 – £110 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Long-term – full academic year
Hours: Full-time
Connex Education are currently working with a welcoming and supportive school in Handsworth who are looking to appoint an experienced and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team on a full-time, long-term basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant who is ready to take on greater responsibility within the classroom, support high-quality teaching and learning, and make a real difference to pupils’ progress.
The Role
As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting the class teacher and leading learning activities and lessons where required.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Supporting the class teacher with the delivery of engaging and effective lessons
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Leading whole-class, small-group and individual learning activities
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Delivering pre-planned lessons when required
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Supporting pupils to remain focused, engaged and motivated
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Helping to maintain high standards of behaviour and classroom management
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Providing targeted support to pupils to help them make progress
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Working collaboratively with teachers and other support staff
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Preparing and organising classroom resources and activities
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Building positive and professional relationships with pupils and staff
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Contributing to a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment
Requirements
To be considered for this role, you must:
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Hold a minimum Level 3 Teaching and Learning qualification
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Have previous experience working within a school or educational setting
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Have experience working as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar education-based role
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Be confident leading learning activities and supporting teaching across the classroom
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Have strong behaviour management and communication skills
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Be confident taking on additional responsibility
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Have a patient, enthusiastic and adaptable approach
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Be able to work effectively as part of a wider school team
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Be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS if you do not already have one registered on the Update Service
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Be able to provide a minimum of 2 references, including your most recent employer
Previous HLTA experience is desirable, but experienced Teaching Assistants with a Level 3 qualification who are ready to progress into a higher-level role will also be considered.
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Higher level teaching assistant in Birmingham employer: Connex Education
Connex Education Partnership is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that values each team member's contributions. Working in Lowton provides the unique opportunity to gain meaningful experience in an educational environment, with flexible hours that promote work-life balance. Employees are encouraged to grow professionally, with potential pathways for permanent roles and ongoing development within the education sector.
