At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils' learning by delivering lessons and assisting with engaging activities.
- Company: Join a welcoming primary school in Highbridge with a supportive community.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, ongoing support, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Part-time role with potential for growth in a nurturing environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while advancing your education career.
- Qualifications: HLTA status or relevant experience, strong communication, and teamwork skills.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Part Time (2 Days per Week)
Location: Highbridge, Somerset
Job Type: Part Time (2 Days per Week)
Start Date: September 2026 (or sooner if available)
Contract: Long-Term Opportunity
Pay: Competitive hourly/daily rate depending on experience
Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking to take the next step in your education career? Prospero Teaching is working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive primary school in Highbridge that is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team on a part-time basis, working 2 days per week. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting pupils' learning and development while working closely with teaching staff across the primary age range.
The Role
- Deliver pre-planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher.
- Support teaching and learning across the school.
- Work with small groups and individual pupils to accelerate progress.
- Assist in planning and preparing engaging learning activities.
- Monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teaching staff.
- Support children with a range of learning needs and abilities.
- Promote a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- HLTA status or relevant experience in a similar role.
- Experience working within a primary school setting.
- Strong behaviour management and classroom leadership skills.
- Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
- A passion for helping children achieve their full potential.
- The ability to work collaboratively as part of a school team.
We Offer:
- Competitive rates of pay.
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- A rewarding role within a supportive school community.
- Potential for the role to develop further for the right candidate.
Essential Requirements:
- Enhanced Child Workforce DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
- Right to work in the UK.
- Two professional references covering the last two years.
- Previous experience working with children in an educational setting.
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