HLTA – Lambeth

Description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Primary School

North Lambeth Full–Time Opportunity Long–Term Role ASAP Start

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a welcoming mainstream primary school in North Lambeth who are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and proactive HLTA who is passionate about supporting children's learning and development. The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers and the wider school team, providing targeted support to pupils who require additional help, including delivering small–group interventions to help children build confidence and make progress.

Role Summary

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting teaching and learning across the primary school. You will work with pupils across the primary age range, providing classroom support, delivering small–group learning activities and helping children who require additional support to access the curriculum.

The role will involve working closely with teachers to identify learning needs, reinforce key skills and provide tailored support to help pupils achieve their potential.

Key Responsibilities

Provide targeted support to pupils who require additional help with their learning

Plan and deliver small–group interventions to support pupils' progress

Lead learning activities and deliver lessons in the absence of the class teacher where required

Support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 depending on school requirements

Adapt learning activities to meet the individual needs and abilities of pupils

Work collaboratively with class teachers to monitor pupil progress and identify areas for development

Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development

Promote positive behaviour and encourage pupil engagement

Provide additional support to pupils with SEND and those experiencing barriers to learning

Create a positive, inclusive and safe learning environment

Follow school safeguarding, behaviour and health and safety procedures

Candidate Requirements

To be considered for this role, you will need:

Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or HLTA within a UK primary school

A relevant HLTA qualification or equivalent experience demonstrating the ability to undertake HLTA responsibilities

Strong knowledge of the primary curriculum

Experience delivering small–group interventions and targeted learning support

Confidence leading learning activities and supporting pupils independently

Experience supporting children with additional learning needs and SEND

Strong behaviour management and communication skills

A flexible, proactive and professional approach

The ability to work collaboratively with teachers and wider school staff

A genuine passion for supporting children's learning, development and well–being

A commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare

Pay – 110 – 145 per day – depending on experience and negotiated with the school:

110– 120: Experienced Teaching Assistant stepping up into HLTA responsibilities.

120– 130: Experienced HLTA with strong intervention experience.

130– 145: Qualified HLTA confident leading groups and covering classes.

Tradewind Recruitment Benefits

Competitive PAYE pay with no umbrella company

Dedicated consultant support throughout your assignment

Weekly pay and access to a wide range of education opportunities

Free National College CPD Access

As a Tradewind Recruitment candidate, you'll receive free access to The National College, including over 2,500 CPD courses.

Recommended courses for Higher Level Teaching Assistants:

Effective Behaviour Management in Primary Schools

Supporting Teaching and Learning in the Classroom

Adaptive Teaching and Inclusive Classrooms

Supporting Children with SEND

Safeguarding and Child Protection in Education

Required Vetting

Successful applicants will complete standard vetting checks including:

A DBS on the Update Service, or be prepared to make a new application

Professional references

Verification of relevant qualifications

Right to work and identity checks

If you're an experienced Teaching Assistant or HLTA looking for your next opportunity in North Lambeth, you can contact me directly via (url removed)

Call Tradewind Recruitment today and discover why thousands of educators have trusted us for over 20 years to help them find the right opportunities, in the right schools, with the support they deserve.

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