Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA), Cheshire West and Chester

Job Description

New Directions Education are currently recruiting Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) for primary schools across Chester and the surrounding areas, with a range of flexible, short-term and long-term opportunities available.

These roles are ideal for experienced Teaching Assistants who are confident supporting learning, leading classroom activities and delivering lessons when required. If you are looking for your next opportunity within primary education, we would love to hear from you.

Due to the nature of these opportunities, candidates must be able to commit to working 3 or more days per week.

The Role:

• Delivering pre-planned lessons and covering classes when required
• Supporting teachers with planning and preparation
• Leading whole-class, small-group and 1:1 learning activities
• Supporting students with a range of abilities and learning needs
• Delivering interventions to reinforce learning and development
• Managing classroom behaviour and promoting positive engagement
• Monitoring student progress and providing feedback to teaching staff
• Creating a positive, inclusive and stimulating learning environment
• Working collaboratively with teachers and wider school staff

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• HLTA status or relevant experience working at a higher level
• Previous experience within a primary school setting
• Strong knowledge of the primary curriculum
• Confidence leading lessons and managing a classroom
• Excellent behaviour management and communication skills
• The ability to adapt to different school environments
• A flexible, reliable and professional approach
• A genuine passion for supporting students’ learning and development

All applicants must have, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS check and provide appropriate professional references.

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.