Higher Learning Teaching Assistant

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Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Clacton-on-Sea - September Start

Prospero Teaching are seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a supportive and welcoming school in Clacton-on-Sea, starting in September. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practitioner looking to take the next step in their career, supporting teaching and learning across the school while making a positive impact on pupils' educational outcomes.

The school is looking for a committed HLTA with strong classroom management skills, confidence in leading learning activities, and a genuine passion for helping pupils achieve their full potential.

📌 CONTRACT DETAILS

Location - Clacton-on-Sea
Position - Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Type of work - Classroom support and lesson cover
Start date - September
Duration - Ongoing / Long-term
Full time/part-time - Full time
Rate of pay - Minimum £110 per day (depending on experience)
Hours - 08:30am - 15:45pm

📚 EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS

Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or HLTA in a UK school
HLTA status or relevant qualifications desirable
Strong understanding of the National Curriculum
Experience delivering interventions and supporting whole-class learning
Up-to-date Safeguarding training issued within the last year (desirable)

✔️ TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:

Hold Right to Work in the UK
Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one
Provide two professional child-related references

💼 OTHER INFORMATION

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with an up-to-date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching.

🎓 WHAT PROSPERO TEACHING CAN OFFER YOU

Free, accredited CPD courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
Access to an in-house Training & Development Team
Refer a Friend Scheme - earn £150 when you refer a suitable candidate

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