Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Tameside Secondary Schools – Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Position Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Location: Various Secondary Schools in Tameside
Start Date: Immediate / As Required
Daily Rate: £95 – £110

Overview

Our partner schools in Tameside are seeking experienced HLTAs who can deliver advanced classroom support. This role involves a mixture of leading parts of lessons, supporting whole-class activities, and providing focused interventions to meet the diverse needs of pupils. You will work closely with subject teachers to ensure that all students have access to high-quality educational support.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading Instruction: Take responsibility for delivering specific parts of lessons, including small group teaching and targeted intervention sessions.

• Lesson Collaboration: Work in partnership with classroom teachers to design and deliver lesson plans that meet the needs of all pupils.

• Assessment & Feedback: Monitor pupil progress, conduct informal assessments, and provide constructive feedback to both pupils and teachers.

• Resource Development: Assist in the creation and adaptation of learning resources to suit differentiated learning styles.

• Team Coordination: Act as a link between the teaching team and pupils, ensuring that behavioural and learning needs are communicated and met effectively.

Qualifications & Experience

• Substantial experience working in a secondary school setting as a teaching assistant or equivalent.

• A strong understanding of curriculum requirements and differentiated instruction.

• Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills.

• Relevant certifications or training in educational support, inclusive education, or classroom management will be highly regarded.

Benefits & Professional Development

• Enhanced Role: Opportunity to develop your leadership and teaching skills in a supportive environment.

• Professional Growth: Access to advanced training programmes, workshops, and ongoing CPD opportunities.

• Recognition: Become a key member of a dedicated team focused on high-quality pupil outcomes and inclusive education.

How to Apply

Submit your CV with a detailed cover letter that outlines your experience in a secondary school environment, your approach to supporting diverse learning needs, and your vision for the HLTA role.

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