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Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Barking and Dagenham
Salary: Dependent on experience
Contract: Term time only – 38 weeks per year + 2 inset days
Location: Barking and Dagenham
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our inclusive and forward-thinking school in Barking and Dagenham. This is an exciting opportunity to support students in achieving their full potential in a dynamic and diverse learning environment.
Applicants must have a minimum of 2 years' experience as an HLTA or in a similar role within a school setting.
The successful candidate will work closely with the SENDCO, Inclusion team, and teaching staff to deliver tailored learning support to individuals, small groups, and occasionally full classes, within an agreed framework.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan, prepare, and deliver programmes of learning for individuals, groups, or whole classes, adapting activities as needed
Assess, record, and report on student progress and development
Support pupils’ social and emotional wellbeing, reporting any concerns appropriately
Attend and contribute to EHCP reviews and meetings with parents/carers
Liaise with external agencies and professionals as required
Use specialist skills and knowledge to support learning across the curriculum
HLTAs will be expected to specialise in at least one of the following areas:
Supporting pupils with SEND (learning, behavioural, sensory, social, or physical needs)
Supporting pupils with English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Supporting high-achieving or gifted pupils
Providing subject-specific support (e.g., literacy, numeracy, ICT)
What We Offer:
A supportive and inclusive school community
Opportunities for professional development and career growth
A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance
Free access to an Employee Assistance Programme
The chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people in Barking and Dagenham
How to Apply:
If you meet the experience criteria and are passionate about making an impact in education, we welcome your application. Apply now to be part of a dedicated team committed to excellence and inclusion.
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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