Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Primary
Location: Aylesbury, UK
Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: As soon as possible
About Us:
We are working on behalf of a vibrant and inclusive primary school located in the heart of Aylesbury, dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for their pupils. The school community is built on the values of respect, responsibility, and resilience, and they strive to inspire a lifelong love of learning in every child. We are a premier education recruitment agency dedicated to serving primary schools across the UK. We specialize in connecting passionate and qualified educators with schools in need of their expertise. Our mission is to support primary education by ensuring that every classroom is staffed with capable and inspiring teachers who are committed to fostering a nurturing and effective learning environment.
The Role:
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join the enthusiastic team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting teaching and learning across the school, working closely with teachers to deliver high-quality educational experiences for pupils.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the planning, preparation, and delivery of engaging lessons.
- Provide support to individual pupils and small groups, helping to raise attainment and progress.
- Cover classes and deliver pre-planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher.
- Support the assessment and monitoring of pupil progress, providing feedback to teachers.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for pupils with special educational needs.
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment, promoting the school's values and ethos.
- Participate in extracurricular activities and school events as required.
Person Specification:
- Qualifications: HLTA status or equivalent qualification is essential. Additional qualifications in education or child development are desirable.
- Experience: Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or HLTA in a primary school setting.
- Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents. Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Knowledge: A sound understanding of the primary school curriculum and effective teaching strategies. Knowledge of SEN best practices is advantageous.
- Attributes: A proactive and flexible approach, with a genuine passion for working with children and helping them achieve their full potential.
What We Offer:
- A supportive SLT and collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Access to a range of resources and facilities to support teaching and learning.
- A welcoming and inclusive school community.
- Healthy work-life balance promoted.
How to Apply:
If you are a committed and enthusiastic individual with the skills and experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role.
If this position isn't quite what you are looking for, please still get in touch to discuss other available roles. If you also know of someone else who may be interested, earn extra money with our referral bonus, up to £250!
If you have not received a response within 7 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. For other available positions please refer to our website.
Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, to share this commitment. To adhere with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement.
