Teaching Assistant and HLTA in Rossendale

Veritas Education is seeking experienced and confident Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to support a range of primary schools across Rossendale. This role offers flexible supply work as well as potential long-term opportunities for the right candidates.

This is a varied and rewarding role for skilled practitioners who are confident delivering learning across the primary age range and stepping into the classroom in the absence of the class teacher.

We are looking for individuals who can adapt quickly, take responsibility for learning, and make a positive impact from day one.

The Role

This is a varied role where no two weeks will be the same. You will be:

• Delivering pre-planned lessons across the school
• Working with a range of year groups from Reception through to Year 6
• Providing high-quality classroom support and leading learning in the teacher's absence
• Supporting pupils with a range of abilities and needs
• Working closely with school staff to ensure continuity of learning

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver structured, pre-planned lessons confidently
• Support learning across EYFS, KS1, and KS2
• Lead classroom learning when required
• Deliver small group interventions and targeted support
• Support behaviour management and classroom routines
• Work with pupils with SEND and additional needs
• Follow safeguarding and school policies at all times

What We're Looking For

• HLTA qualification or strong equivalent experience in a similar role
• Experience working across primary school settings
• Confidence delivering learning across multiple year groups
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills
• Ability to adapt quickly to different school environments
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Right to work in the UK

Desirable Experience

• Experience covering whole classes independently
• Experience delivering interventions
• Experience working across multiple schools or on supply

Why Join Veritas Education?

• Flexible work to suit your availability
• Opportunities across a range of Rossendale schools
• Competitive daily rates reflective of HLTA responsibilities
• Ongoing support from an experienced education team
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements

Safeguarding Statement

Veritas Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to Enhanced DBS checks, reference checks, and overseas police clearances where applicable.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and be willing to attend a registration interview. CVs must cover the last 10 years of employment history, including explanations for any gaps.

If you're ready to take on a flexible role where no two weeks are the same, send your CV to Dan Whitlock at Veritas Education.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education works with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'