Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) English

We are looking for a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our busy Inclusion team from Sept 2025.

This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your skills and make a real difference in the lives of our pupils.

Key Responsibilities:

• Planning, preparing, and delivering learning activities for individuals, small groups, and occasionally whole classes.
• Providing targeted support to pupils with varying needs, including those with Special Educational

• Implementing agreed learning programmes and adapting activities to meet individual pupil needs.
• Monitoring and assessing pupil progress, providing feedback to teachers, and contributing to record-keeping.
• Leading small group interventions to address specific learning gaps.
• Covering classes for short periods in the absence of the teacher (in accordance with HLTA standards).
• Contributing to the development of a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Supervising pupils during break times and other non-teaching periods.
• Liaising effectively with parents, carers, and other professionals as required.
• Contributing to the wider life of the school.

What We Are Looking For:

• HLTA qualification
• Significant experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a primary or secondary school setting.
• A strong understanding of child development and effective teaching and learning strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• A commitment to inclusion and the wellbeing of all pupils.
• A positive and proactive attitude.

What We have to Offer:

• A visible and approachable senior leadership team and an enthusiastic and committed team of teachers and support staff.
• A strong support network both within the school and across Authentic Education.
• All staff are part of a professional learning community in which evidence-informed CPD is designed to meet individual needs.
• Strong potential for career progression.
• A culture that respects work-life balance and an ongoing commitment to wellbeing with a dedicated Wellbeing Champion.
• An Employee Assistance Programme including in the moment support and counselling sessions with an external provider.
• Staff benefits include free eye testing for DSE users through Specsavers, free will writing through Dunham McCarthy Solicitors and reduced price corporate gym membership through BH Live.
• A competitive pension through Teachers’ Pensions or The Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff.

Should you wish to arrange a visit or an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Leila Shaw, HR Academy Lead at leila.shaw@saa.weareauthentic.education

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