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Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Location: Thurrock
Job Type: Long-term cover
Salary: £100 per day

Start Date: December 2024

About Us:
We are working with a warm and inclusive primary school located in Thurrock, who are seeking a HLTA to join their friendly team. The school is proud of their diverse and welcoming community, which includes a high proportion of pupil premium children. The school is committed to providing additional support and opportunities for students who come from disadvantaged backgrounds, ensuring they have the best possible start in life. We are now looking to appoint a motivated and caring HLTA to join our dedicated team.

Job Description:
As a HLTA, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality support to both individuals and groups of children, ensuring they make strong progress. You will work closely with the teaching team to plan and deliver interventions, particularly for pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds, including those eligible for pupil premium funding. The role will also involve supporting the classroom teacher in a range of teaching and learning activities, monitoring student progress, and contributing to the wider school initiatives aimed at raising achievement and closing the attainment gap.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver targeted interventions to children, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds, to support their academic and social development.
Support the classroom teacher in planning and delivering lessons, providing additional support where needed.
Work with small groups or individual children to enhance their learning and progress.
Monitor and assess pupil progress, providing feedback and working alongside teachers to implement effective strategies for improvement.
Contribute to the implementation of school-wide initiatives aimed at improving outcomes for disadvantaged pupils.
As a HLTA and as part of our team, you benefit from: 

Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. 
Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability). 
Social and networking events & Pension contributions. 
CPD to help with your professional development.
Access to a dedicated consultant.
How to Apply:
To apply for the position of HLTA, please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and interest in the role to or click the ‘Apply’ button below. We look forward to hearing from you!

Vision for Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check