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HLTA

Employer
Avanti Fields School
Location
Leicester, Leicestershire
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Salary
Grade 5
Start Date
1st September 2026
Expires
7th June 2026 11:59 PM
Contract Type
Permanent
Job ID
1554360
Job Reference
569
Start Date
1st September 2026
  • Contract Type :Permanent
  • Job ID: 1554360

About us and the role

Join Our Team as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant!

Are you passionate about empowering young minds and making a real difference in education?

Step into a rewarding role where you’ll work closely with qualified teachers to advance pupils’ learning, foster their independence, and create an inclusive environment.

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you’ll contribute to lesson planning, deliver engaging support programs, and take the lead in classroom settings when required.

With responsibilities ranging from promoting positive behaviour to safeguarding the welfare of children, this role is your chance to inspire and grow while supporting the development of others within the school community.

If you're ready to be a cornerstone of educational excellence, this opportunity is for you!

Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, we'd encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.

School visits are welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school to arrange a suitable time.

What will you do?

• To be responsible for implementing systems of observation and record keeping so that children’s progress and achievements are effectively and regularly assessed and to monitor the effectiveness of assessment procedures

• To support pupils with special educational needs through the delivery of specific learning programmes to contribute to setting individual education plan (IEHCP) targets and to reviews.

• Support the evaluation of pupils’ progress using a range of assessment techniques.

• To meet the personal needs of pupils whilst encouraging their independence.


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Safeguarding Statement:

Avanti Fields School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates are required to have an Enhanced DBS check unless internally appointed and still within the cycle of DBS re-checks. We welcome applications from both men and women of all ages from any background and from candidates with disabilities.
Avanti Fields School

Avanti Fields School

Part of Avanti Schools Trust

Avanti Schools Trust