Higher Level Teaching Assistant

1 month ago


Sunderland, United Kingdom Teaching Personnel Full time

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Full-Time in the Sunderland

Teaching Personnel is seeking an experienced and motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a full-time position at an Ofsted-rated "Good" secondary school in Sunderland. The role is set to begin in January with the outlook to securing a permanent contract. 

Key Details:

  • Pay: £450 - £500 per week, based on experience and responsibilities.
  • Full-time: Monday to Friday.
  • Start Date: January or ASAP, with the role potentially lasting until the end of the academic year/Going permanent 

Role Overview:

As a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting both students and teachers by:

  • Delivering lessons and covering classes across a range of subjects in the absence of teachers, ensuring a smooth continuation of learning.
  • Providing one-on-one and small group support to students who may need additional help with their studies.
  • Assisting with lesson planning and resource preparation, working closely with teachers to ensure students’ learning needs are met.
  • Monitoring and assessing students' progress, offering feedback, and adapting teaching methods to support their development.
  • Helping to manage classroom behaviour, ensuring a positive and conducive learning environment.
  • Supporting students with special educational needs (SEN) and working alongside the SEN department to provide tailored support when necessary.
  • Leading intervention sessions or extra-curricular activities to support students in achieving their learning goals.

This role requires a confident individual who can work independently, as well as part of a team, and has a strong understanding of classroom management and student engagement. This is an exciting opportunity for an HLTA to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and supportive school environment.

If you are passionate about education and have the skills to take on a leadership role within the classroom, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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