Southend-on-Sea
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully. ?? Southend-on-Sea, Essex ?? Full-time / Term-time only (part-time considered) ?? £23,000 - £30,000 pro rata (dependent on experience) ?? Start date: Immediate Start About the Role We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic, and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our supportive and forward-thinking school community in Southend-on-Sea. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled practitioner to play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across the school. As an HLTA, you will work closely with teachers and senior leaders to deliver high-quality support both in and out of the classroom. You will be confident leading whole-class sessions, delivering targeted interventions, and contributing to the planning and assessment of pupil progress. Key Responsibilities • Deliver lessons to whole classes in the absence of the class teacher, • Plan, prepare, and deliver learning activities under teacher guidance, • Support pupils' learning across a range of subjects and abilities, • Lead small group interventions to raise attainment, • Provide tailored support for pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), • Assist with assessing, recording, and reporting on pupil progress, • Promote positive behaviour and uphold school policies, • HLTA status or equivalent qualification (or be working towards it), • Previous experience working in a school setting (essential), • Strong classroom management skills and confidence leading lessons, • Experience supporting SEN pupils xrnqpay (highly desirable), • A good standard of education (GCSEs in English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above minimum), • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • A welcoming and inclusive school environment, • Supportive leadership and professional development opportunities, • Opportunities for career progression and further training, • A collaborative and friendly staff team, • Well-resourced classrooms and facilities