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Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Dinas Powys
Academics are currently recruiting for an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a primary school in Dinas Powys from Monday - Friday each week. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HLTA who is confident leading a class, managing classroom behaviour and providing high-quality learning support. The successful candidate will also have strong experience working as an LSA and be comfortable taking responsibility for a class when required.
The Role
As an HLTA, you will be expected to:
- Lead lessons and take responsibility for a class when required
- Deliver engaging and effective learning activities
- Work closely with the class teacher to support pupil progress
- Provide targeted one-to-one and small-group support
- Use your LSA experience to support pupils with a range of learning needs
- Manage classroom behaviour confidently and consistently
- Adapt activities to meet different abilities and learning styles
- Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development
- Assist with planning and preparation where required
- Maintain a positive, inclusive and engaging classroom environment
- Follow school policies and safeguarding procedures
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We're Looking For
- Previous experience working as an HLTA, LSA or experienced Teaching Assistant
- Strong experience supporting pupils within a primary school
- Confidence leading a class independently
- Experience delivering lessons or planned learning activities
- Strong behaviour management skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- A calm, confident and adaptable approach
- Someone who can build positive relationships with pupils and staff
- Full-time availability
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Requirements
- Relevant HLTA/Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience
- Enhanced DBS - essential
- EWC registration - essential
- Right to work in the UK
- Relevant safeguarding and compliance checks
What Academics Can Offer
- Competitive daily pay
- Long-term and ongoing opportunities
- Weekly pay
- Dedicated consultant support
- Access to a wide range of local schools
- Free safeguarding and relevant training
If you're an experienced HLTA with a strong LSA background and you're confident leading a class, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this opportunity in Dinas Powys. Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy. LNKD1_UKTJ
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