HLTA, Teacher Assistant​/ Paraprofessional, Education ​/ Teaching

Location: Tower Hamlets
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Agency: Protocol Education

Protocol Education is working with a supportive and inclusive primary schools in Tower Hamletsthat are seeking dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA)

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teaching assistant looking to take on additional responsibility and play a key role in supporting learning across the school. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers, lead interventions, and occasionally cover classes when required.

• Delivering planned lessons during teacher absence or PPA cover.
• Supporting pupils across a range of year groups.
• Leading small-group interventions to raise attainment.
• Working closely with class teachers to support pupil progress.
• Providing targeted support for pupils with additional needs.
• Assisting with assessment and monitoring pupil development.
• Promoting positive behaviour and engagement in learning.
• Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

• Holds HLTA status or has significant experience in a similar role.
• Has experience working within a primary school setting.
• Demonstrates strong behaviour management skills.
• Can confidently lead lessons and support learning independently.
• Possesses excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Is passionate about helping children achieve their full potential.

• A welcoming and supportive staff team.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Excellent resources and facilities.
• Strong leadership and ongoing support.
• A positive and inclusive school community.

• Competitive weekly pay.
• Access to free CPD and professional development courses.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles.
• Flexible opportunities across East London schools.

If you are an experienced HLTA looking for your next opportunity in Newham
, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance "Keeping Children Safe in Education", this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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