Higher Level Teaching Assistant

HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant)

Location: Shoreham

Type: Full-Time (Temporary with Permanent option)

Working Hours; 08:30 am - 15:30 pm.

Are you ready to inspire, nurture, and make a real difference in the lives of children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Join a team that is as passionate as you are about helping every child reach their potential!

We’re looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to work within a dynamic and inclusive Primary School. The school is committed to creating a supportive, engaging, and nurturing environment where children with SEMH challenges can thrive and flourish.

Why Join Us?

• A chance to work in a school that truly values the contributions of every team member.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth in a supportive environment.
• A rewarding role where no two days are the same, and every day makes a difference.
• A vibrant, close-knit team that works collaboratively to transform the lives of children.

Your Role as a HLTA:In this key role, you’ll be an integral part of the school’s mission to provide a tailored education that meets the individual needs of each student. Responsibilities include:

• Supporting Learning: Plan and deliver engaging lessons in collaboration with teachers, adapting the curriculum to meet the needs of children with SEMH.
• Leading Interventions: Work one-on-one and in small groups to provide focused learning and emotional support.
• Building Relationships: Foster trust and positive relationships with students to encourage confidence and resilience.
• Behavior Support: Promote a calm and inclusive classroom environment, using effective strategies to manage behavior.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to create and implement holistic education plans.
• Student Progress: Monitor, assess, and celebrate the achievements of students, ensuring their progress is communicated effectively to staff and parents.
• Day-to-Day Support: Assist with classroom preparation, extracurricular activities, and supervision during breaks and outings.

What We’re Looking For:

• A HLTA qualification or equivalent experience.
• A proven ability to work with children with SEMH needs, including understanding their challenges and how to support them effectively.
• Strong knowledge of the primary curriculum and innovative teaching strategies.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with students, colleagues, and families.
• A collaborative mindset, patience, and a genuine desire to make a difference.

About us:

We are Engage Education, the most trusted education recruitment agency, with professional development and support at our core.

• Get paid in line with national scales (AWR compliant)
• Your own dedicated consultant
• Wellbeing support, travel discounts, and retail offers from our partners

Engage Education also have an exclusive partnership with Creative Education which offers over 200 CPD courses for teachers and support staff. Membership with Creative Education is usually via a paid monthly subscription, but as an Engage candidate, you’ll get forever access to all of their current and future content for free.

How to apply:

You can apply for this role below or get in touch with us directly. All applicants require the appropriate qualifications, and all teachers require a formally-recognised teaching qualification.

If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role.

All candidates must have a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting work. Full assistance provided.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Temp to perm, Graduate

Pay: £95.00-£115.00 per day