Full job descriptionHigher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Location: South Manchester
Salary: GBP120 - GBP150 per day depending on experience
Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm
Contract: Full-time or part-time, temporary. Temp-to-perm opportunities may be available.

Do you enjoy leading learning but want the flexibility to work across different year groups and schools?

Are you looking to gain valuable classroom experience before pursuing a teaching career, or utilise your HLTA qualification in a rewarding and varied role?

Perhaps you’re an ECT looking to build confidence and experience across different classes, or an experienced HLTA seeking the flexibility of supply work.

Prospero Teaching are looking for confident and adaptable Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) for opportunities across South Manchester. We can work around your preferences, whether you’re looking for daily supply, short-term cover or long-term placements.

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Responsibilities

Lead whole-class teaching during teacher absences across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.
Deliver pre-planned lessons and learning activities.
Support pupils’ academic progress and engagement in learning.
Adapt lessons and resources to meet the needs of different learners.
Maintain positive behaviour and high expectations within the classroom.
Provide targeted support to individuals and small groups where required.
Work collaboratively with class teachers, support staff and senior leaders.
Ensure a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.
Follow school policies and procedures at all times.
Provide feedback on pupil progress and lesson outcomes.

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Requirements

Right to Work in the UK - no sponsorship available.
HLTA qualification or UK QTS.
ECTs looking to gain classroom experience are encouraged to apply.
Recent experience working within a UK primary school.
Confidence leading whole classes independently.
Ability to work across different age groups and year groups.
Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
Flexible, proactive and adaptable approach.
Understanding of the primary curriculum.
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - How to apply

If you would like to be considered for HLTA opportunities, please send your updated CV to Michaela. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people is responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.

Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:
Accredited continued professional development courses, including safeguarding and behaviour management.
In-house Training and Development Team.

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Prospero Teaching is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.