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Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) with Personal Care Experience – Secondary Schools, Northampton

Location: Northampton
Position: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) with Personal Care Experience
Salary: £85-£95 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-time, Term-time only

Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) with personal care experience to join our team, supporting secondary schools across Northampton. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people while advancing your career in education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality support to students in a classroom setting, assisting with learning and academic progress.
• Work closely with teachers to plan and deliver engaging lessons, including leading small group activities and interventions.
• Offer personal care support to students with additional needs, ensuring dignity, respect, and safety at all times.
• Support students’ social, emotional, and physical development, helping them to achieve their full potential.
• Maintain positive relationships with students, staff, and parents, fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Requirements:

• Relevant HLTA qualification or equivalent.
• Proven experience working in a secondary school environment.
• Experience in providing personal care to students with additional needs (e.g., physical disabilities, SEN).
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A passion for education and a commitment to student welfare and development.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive rates of pay and flexible work opportunities.
• Access to professional development courses to enhance your skills and career progression.
• A supportive and friendly team of consultants dedicated to finding the right role for you.
• Opportunities to work in a variety of secondary schools across Northampton.

If you're an experienced and compassionate HLTA with personal care expertise, we want to hear from you! Join Teaching Personnel and help shape the future of young learners.

How to Apply
Please send your CV to or contact our team on 01604 376695 for more information.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.

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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.
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