Higher Level Teaching Assistant – Poole

Teaching Personnel is currently seeking a motivated and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a school in Poole.

This is a rewarding opportunity for an education professional who is confident taking on additional responsibility and wants to make a meaningful contribution to pupils' academic, social and personal development.

The Opportunity

As an HLTA, you will play an important role in supporting high-quality teaching and learning. Your responsibilities may include:

• Leading lessons and structured learning activities
• Providing cover for teachers during PPA time and absence
• Working with individuals and small groups to deliver interventions
• Supporting pupils with SEND and additional needs
• Assisting teachers with planning and preparation
• Managing classroom routines and promoting positive behaviour
• Monitoring pupil engagement and progress
• Providing feedback to teachers on pupil development
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive attitudes towards learning
• Working collaboratively with teachers and wider school staff

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or HLTA
• Strong classroom experience and the confidence to lead learning
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A calm, patient and adaptable approach
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils
• Experience supporting children with a range of abilities and needs
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare

An HLTA qualification is advantageous, but experienced Teaching Assistants looking to progress will also be considered.

Work With Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel works closely with schools throughout Poole and the surrounding Dorset area, helping education professionals find roles that match their experience and career ambitions.

We offer weekly pay, dedicated consultant support, free CPD and training, as well as access to long-term and permanent opportunities.

If you're an experienced Teaching Assistant or HLTA looking for your next opportunity in Poole, apply today and let Teaching Personnel help you take the next step in your education career.

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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