Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Location: Wakefield (any)

Contract Type: Full-Time/Part-Time, Permanent/Fixed-Term

Hours: 8:30am-15:30pm

Start Date: ASAP

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support teaching and learning across schools in Wakefield. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers, providing high-quality support to students in secondary and specialist settings, leading whole-class sessions, and assisting in planning and delivering lessons.

Key Responsibilities

• Teaching & Learning Support:
  • Plan, prepare, and deliver learning activities under the direction of the class teacher.
  • Cover classes in the teacher’s absence, ensuring continuity of learning.
  • Support individual and small group interventions to raise attainment.
  • Assess pupils' progress and provide feedback to teachers.
• Classroom & Behaviour Management:
  • Establish and maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment.
  • Manage pupil behaviour effectively following the school’s policies.
  • Provide pastoral support to pupils when necessary.
• Curriculum Support:
  • Assist in the planning and delivery of engaging lessons.
  • Support teachers in assessing and recording pupil progress.
  • Contribute to the development of teaching materials and resources.
• General Duties:
  • Participate in staff meetings and training sessions.
  • Communicate effectively with parents and carers when required.
  • Ensure the safeguarding and welfare of all pupils in line with school policies.

Person Specification

Essential:

✔ HLTA qualification or equivalent experience.

✔ Experience working with secondary-aged children in a classroom setting.

✔ Strong understanding of the National Curriculum.

✔ Ability to manage classroom behaviour effectively.

✔ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

✔ A commitment to safeguarding and child protection.

Desirable:

✔ Experience leading whole-class teaching.

✔ Additional qualifications in SEND or EAL support.

✔ First Aid training.

Requirements:

• Right to work in the UK
• At least 2 references covering 24 months of experience
• Child Enhanced DBS on the update service or willing to apply for one

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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.
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