Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

A welcoming and forward-thinking primary school in Bath is seeking an experienced and confident Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team from after the Easter break.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled practitioner looking to take on greater responsibility within the classroom, supporting pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN). The school is looking for a proactive and committed individual who is passionate about ensuring every child can access learning and achieve their potential.

As an HLTA, you will:
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Deliver targeted 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEN

Deliver targeted 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEN
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Support behaviour regulation, emotional wellbeing, and engagement

Support behaviour regulation, emotional wellbeing, and engagement
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Assist with lesson planning, assessment, and classroom preparation

Assist with lesson planning, assessment, and classroom preparation
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Adapt learning materials to meet diverse needs and abilities

Adapt learning materials to meet diverse needs and abilities
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Build strong, positive relationships to promote confidence and independence

Build strong, positive relationships to promote confidence and independence
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Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCo, and external professionals

Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCo, and external professionals
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Contribute to monitoring progress and recording pupil development

Contribute to monitoring progress and recording pupil development

Have experience working as a Teaching Assistant or HLTA within a school setting

Have experience working as a Teaching Assistant or HLTA within a school setting
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Possess strong experience supporting children with SEN (essential)

Possess strong experience supporting children with SEN (essential)
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Are confident delivering learning activities and leading small groups or whole classes

Are confident delivering learning activities and leading small groups or whole classes
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Demonstrate excellent communication, organisation, and behaviour management skills

Demonstrate excellent communication, organisation, and behaviour management skills
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Take a calm, patient, and nurturing approach

Take a calm, patient, and nurturing approach
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Are proactive, flexible, and able to work effectively as part of a team

Are proactive, flexible, and able to work effectively as part of a team
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Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or are willing to obtain one), We provide free child protection and Prevent Duty training. All candidates must hold (or be willing to obtain) an Enhanced DBS check. Full assistance is provided.

Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or are willing to obtain one)
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Competitive weekly pay, aligned with your experience and responsibilities

Competitive weekly pay, aligned with your experience and responsibilities
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Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
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Access to a comprehensive CPD Academy to support your professional development

Access to a comprehensive CPD Academy to support your professional development
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Streamlined processes via an online portal

Streamlined processes via an online portal
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A supportive and inclusive school environment

A supportive and inclusive school environment
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The opportunity to make a genuine impact on pupils' progress and wellbeing

The opportunity to make a genuine impact on pupils' progress and wellbeing

If you are passionate about supporting pupils with SEN and ready to take the next step in your career, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Please apply today with your CV.

All applicants must hold the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.

All pay rates quoted include 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This is a temporary position, with the potential for a permanent role in some cases.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to safeguarding checks in line with DfE guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, which may include an online search as part of the shortlisting process.