Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Company: Prospero Teaching
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Location: Sherborne
Job Description:

Prospero Teaching are seeking to recruit a confident Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) into an highly regarded School with an exceptional reputation for academic excellence, creativity, and a nurturing environment.

If you are looking to make a real impact in a dynamic and supportive school environment, this role could be the perfect fit for you!

Duties

  • Planning and delivering engaging learning activities across the curriculum.
  • Supporting class teachers with differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
  • Leading small group interventions to raise attainment in core subjects.
  • Providing one‑on‑one support for pupils with specific learning needs.
  • Covering lessons as needed, ensuring continuity of learning.
  • Supporting behaviour management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
  • Encouraging pupil engagement and motivation to inspire a love of learning.

Qualifications

  • Holds a HLTA qualification or equivalent (essential)
  • Has experience working in a primary school setting, ideally across a range of year groups.
  • Demonstrates a passion for education and a commitment to the holistic development of children.
  • Is proactive, adaptable, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Exhibits strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

You are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and possess the necessary skills, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant.

CONTRACT DETAILS

  • Location – DT9
  • Position – HLTA
  • Type of work – Long Term Supply
  • Contract or position start date – ASAP
  • Duration / Likely Duration – until end of the academic year
  • Contract or position end date (if applicable) – Academic Year
  • Contract type (temp/perm/temp to perm) – Temporary
  • Full time/part time –
  • Minimum rate of pay – Minimum rate GBP125 per day
  • Hours – 8:20 am – 3.15pm

TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS

  • Relevant Experience and Qualifications
  • Up to date Safeguarding training issued in the last year

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

  • Hold Right to Work in the UK
  • Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
  • Provide two professional child related references that cover the last 2 years

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy

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Posted: June 4th, 2026