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Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Job Posted: 13 days ago
Salary: £ 130 - 160 / Day
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Maidstone
Expire in: 14 days
Job Description
Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Location: Maidstone
Start Date: Immediate Start
Salary Range: £130 - £170 per day (depending on experience)
Do you have a passion for supporting young people with additional needs?
Do you have experience working with children or young adults with Down’s syndrome or similar learning differences?
Are you looking for a rewarding role in a nurturing, independent school environment?
TeacherActive is proud to be working with a wonderful independent SEND school in Maidstone, specialising in supporting students with Down’s syndrome and a range of additional learning needs. The school is well known for its caring ethos, creative curriculum, and commitment to helping every learner reach their full potential — both academically and personally.
The school are looking to appoint a dedicated and compassionate Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team immediately. This is a long-term position with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.
Roles and Responsibilities:
As an HLTA, you will play a key role in supporting the learning and development of students with additional needs. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
Supporting the class teacher in planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual learning needs
Leading small group interventions and one-to-one sessions to reinforce key skills and promote independence
Creating and maintaining a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment
Assisting with the preparation of learning materials and classroom resources
Supporting students with personal care needs, where required (training provided if needed)
Promoting communication, social interaction, and confidence-building through creative learning activities
Liaising with teachers, therapists, and parents to ensure consistent support and progress
Contributing to pupil progress reports and supporting with classroom assessments
The successful HLTA will have:
HLTA status (or equivalent qualification/experience)
Experience supporting students with SEND, ideally those with Down’s syndrome
A proactive, positive, and patient approach to learning
Strong communication and teamwork skills
A genuine passion for inclusive education and helping every student thrive
In return, you can expect:
A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7
Access to CPD courses and certificates through our My-Progression platform
Market-leading pay rates (£130–£160 DoE)
A supportive and welcoming school community
A referral scheme – earn up to £100 when you refer a friend T&Cs apply
PAYE basis – so you’re paid fairly and directly, with no admin charges or hidden deductions
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a setting where every day truly makes a difference, click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I’ll be in touch to discuss this fantastic opportunity!
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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
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