Job Description:

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Braintree - September Start

Prospero Teaching are seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a supportive and welcoming school in Braintree, 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 - Braintree
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