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Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Location: Bristol
Contract: Full-time, Monday-Friday
Pay: £100-£130 per day
Hours: 8:20am - 3:30pm

About the School

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming and supportive Primary School in Bristol.

The school is continuing to grow and offers excellent opportunities for professional development throughout the year. For the right candidate, there is potential for the contract to be extended or made permanent.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver planned lessons and cover classes across the school where required
Support teaching and learning across KS1 and KS2
Lead small group interventions and 1:1 support sessions
Work closely with teachers to raise attainment and progress
Contribute to creating a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment

Experience, Training and Qualifications

HLTA status or strong relevant experience working at HLTA level
Previous experience in a UK primary school
A strong understanding of safeguarding and SEND
Experience or interest in supporting pupils with:
Autism
Speech, language and communication needs
Other additional needs
Excellent spoken and written English
Experience within healthcare, therapy, or pastoral support is desirable but not essential

To Be Eligible for This Role Through Prospero Teaching, You Must:

Have the Right to Work in the UK
Hold an enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one
Be able to provide two recent child‑related professional references

What We Offer

Accredited CPD courses, including Safeguarding and Behaviour Management
Access to an in-house Training and Development Team
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultantIf you would like to be considered for this HLTA role, please apply with your up-to-date CV.
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. All applicants will be required to complete relevant safeguarding and vetting checks. Anyone working with children or vulnerable young people is responsible for safeguarding and promoting their welfare