Job Description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Ipswich - September Start

Prospero Teaching are seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a supportive and welcoming school in Ipswich, starting in September. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practitioner looking to take the next step in their career, supporting teaching and learning across the school while making a positive impact on pupils' educational outcomes.

The school is looking for a committed HLTA with strong classroom management skills, confidence in leading learning activities, and a genuine passion for helping pupils achieve their full potential.

📌 CONTRACT DETAILS

Location - Ipswich

Position - Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Type of work - Classroom support and lesson cover

Start date - September

Duration - Ongoing / Long-term

Full time/part-time - Full time

Rate of pay - Minimum £110 per day (depending on experience)

Hours - 08:30am - 15:45pm

📚 EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS

Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or HLTA in a UK school

HLTA status or relevant qualifications desirable

Strong understanding of the National Curriculum

Experience delivering interventions and supporting whole-class learning

Up-to-date Safeguarding training issued within the last year (desirable)

✔️ TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:

Hold Right to Work in the UK

Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one

Provide two professional child-related references

💼 OTHER INFORMATION

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with an up-to-date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching.

🎓 WHAT PROSPERO TEACHING CAN OFFER YOU

Free, accredited CPD courses including safeguarding and behaviour management

Access to an in-house Training & Development Team

Refer a Friend Scheme - earn £150 when you refer a suitable candidate