HLTA Bishop Auckland

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Bishop Auckland, County Durham

About the Role
We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our supportive school community in Bishop Auckland. The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers to support teaching and learning, lead learning activities, and help pupils achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver planned learning activities to individuals, small groups, or whole classes in the absence of the teacher

• Support the planning, delivery, and assessment of lessons

• Assist in raising standards of pupil achievement and progress

• Provide targeted support for pupils with additional needs

• Promote positive behaviour and maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment

• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and other support staff

• Contribute to the wider life of the school

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• HLTA status or equivalent qualification/experience

• Experience working within a primary school setting

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Confidence leading lessons and managing classroom behaviour

• A caring, flexible, and proactive approach

• A strong commitment to safeguarding and child welfare

We Offer

• A friendly and welcoming school in the Bishop Auckland area

• Supportive leadership and experienced staff team

• Opportunities for training and professional development

• Enthusiastic pupils who are eager to learn

Safeguarding Statement
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required.

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.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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