Higher Level Teaching Assistant HLTA

Full-Time HLTA - Primary School, SouthportStart Date: September | Long-Term Placement

Hays Education is working with a primary school in Southport. We are currently recruiting a confident and skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team from September on a full-time basis.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced HLTA to bring their creativity, leadership, and passion for education to a vibrant school community.
Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship or visa permits. You must have recent UK school-based experience and the relevant qualifications for this role.

The Role Includes:

* Leading and planning lessons in the absence of the teacher
* Providing classroom support across EYFS, KS1 & KS2
* Running focused 1:1 and small group interventions
* Supporting SEN(D) children when required
* Supporting with phonics, literacy, numeracy, and guided reading
* Collaborating with teaching staff to support learning outcomes
* Contributing to behaviour management and pupil well-being

What We Offer:

* Competitive rates of pay
* Access to free CPD training along with many other training and courses via our learning portal
* Supportive consultant to guide and advise you
* Opportunities to grow your education career, build connections and gain further experience across different school settings

What You'll Need to Succeed:

* HLTA status or equivalent Level 4/5 qualification
* Demonstrated experience in primary settings (UK-based)
* Strong understanding of the National Curriculum
* Excellent behaviour management and adaptability
* A proactive, positive mindset and a passion for working with children
* Confident delivering lessons independently when required
* Experience across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 is preferred
* Willingness to support pupils with additional needs and personal care if needed

Safeguarding: As part of our onboarding process, two satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check are required.

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