Are you a qualified Teaching Assistant at Level 3 or 4? Do you have previous experience as an HLTA or in class leadership? Are you actively seeking an opportunity to advance your skills and demonstrate your capability to lead a class? If so, this role offers a unique blend of TA responsibilities and the chance to effectively lead. Keep reading for more details!
We are currently recruiting qualified individuals to support a variety of schools in Preston, starting soon. As a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA), your responsibilities will include planning and delivering learning activities, and leading classes during PPA time and teacher absences. Ad-hoc rates for this role start at £13.84 - £15.38 per hour, based on experience. Long-term roles will be paid to scale, offering broader responsibilities and requiring a sustained commitment. As an HLTA, you will monitor pupils, assess progress, and report on their achievements. Join us in complementing the professional work of teachers and contributing to the development of students in diverse educational settings.
This job offers various responsibilities and opportunities to showcase and improve your skills.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare or collaborate on lesson resources with the Teacher.
- Cover the class and deliver planned work in the Teacher's absence (PPA time, teacher absence, etc.).
- Maintain a controlled and safe environment in the classroom.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to organise appropriate activities.
- Liaise with other professionals such as Teachers, TAs, and specialist support staff.
- Work closely with other LSAs and support staff.
- Work with classes, small groups, and on a one-to-one basis with children for interventions or development.
- Prepare and develop class displays.
Essential requirements:
- Experience of working with young people.
- Previous HLTA and class leadership experience.
- Comfortable and confident in managing challenging behaviours.
- Ability to engage with and build rapport with young people.
- Creative, proactive, and flexible in your supporting style.
- HLTA qualified - L3/4 upwards.
Associated Benefits:
- On-site parking.
- Public transport nearby.
- Competitive daily pay rate.
- Weekly pay.
- Support from an extensive network of Primary Schools.
- Access to free CPD.
- Support from your dedicated consultant who specialises in Primary Education.
- CV and application support.
- Discounts.
- Refer a friend scheme with a reward of £300 love 3 shop vouchers.
Randstad is committed to the safety of young children; therefore, all posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. For additional information or a confidential discussion about your career, please contact Jessica Verndet at .