Higher level Teaching Assistant

Higher level Teaching Assistant focuses on support lessons, learning activities, behaviour, assessment, or childcare routines according to the role.

What the role involves

• Support lessons, learning activities, behaviour, assessment, or childcare routines according to the role.
• Work with teachers, children, learners, families, or colleagues to keep progress and safety on track.

Skills and requirements

• Holds HLTA status or has significant classroom leadership experience.
• Has experience supporting SEMH, behaviour, or SEND needs.
• Relevant teaching, classroom, childcare, QTS, SEN, safeguarding, or early-years experience may be required.

Confirmed role details

• This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who thrives in a nurturing but structured environment and can confidently lead learning for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs.
• Working closely with wider staff to support pupil progress and wellbeing.
• Supporting lessons, learning activities, behaviour, assessment, or childcare routines according to the role.
• We’re looking for a dedicated and resilient HLTA to join a fantastic PRU in South Shields, supporting a primary-aged class on a full-time basis (8:30am–4:00pm).

Candidate fit

• patience, clear communication, classroom awareness, and confidence supporting learners

Additional role context

• If not, ask us about our FREE Thrive training—it’s a great addition to your CV and highly valued by schools.
• All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.
• Creating a safe, structured, and positive classroom environment.