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Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Opportunities in Sheffield and Barnsley

Are you an experienced and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) passionate about making a difference in the classroom? We are seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our school communities in Sheffield and Barnsley. This is your chance to take on a leadership role in supporting students and teachers alike!

Position: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Locations: Sheffield and Barnsley, South Yorkshire

About Us:

Our schools are committed to fostering inclusive, engaging, and supportive learning environments. As an HLTA, you’ll take on greater responsibility, supporting the delivery of the curriculum and playing a key role in helping students reach their full potential.

Job Description:

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

Leading classes in the absence of the teacher, ensuring continuity of learning.
Supporting the classroom teacher with lesson planning, preparation, and delivery.
Working with small groups or individual students to provide targeted learning support.
Developing and implementing interventions to help students achieve their learning goals.
Assisting with the assessment of student progress and contributing to reports.
Providing guidance and support to other teaching assistants and support staff.
Supporting students with special educational needs (SEN) to ensure inclusion and accessibility.
Contributing to the creation of a positive and stimulating learning environment.
Qualifications:

HLTA status or equivalent qualification.
Proven experience working in primary or secondary schools, preferably as a teaching assistant.
Confidence in leading classes and delivering pre-planned lessons.
Strong understanding of the curriculum and effective teaching strategies.
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
A proactive, flexible, and enthusiastic approach to education.
Benefits:

Competitive salary package.
Opportunities for professional development and leadership training.
A supportive and inclusive school community.
The chance to make a significant impact on students' learning journeys.
Join Us:

If you’re an HLTA ready to step into a fulfilling role that empowers both students and colleagues, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to join our committed teams in Sheffield and Barnsley.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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