Teaching Assistant – Experienced

A primary school in Worthing is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team. This role is ideal for candidates who either hold an HLTA qualification, have previously worked at HLTA level, are qualified teachers looking to step back from full-time teaching, or teaching assistants with significant classroom experience and proven ability to lead lessons. The successful candidate will work alongside class teachers to deliver high-quality learning experiences, cover lessons as needed, and support the wider school community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide lesson cover and lead group sessions, ensuring continuity of learning when the class teacher is absent
• Work with teachers to plan and deliver engaging activities that address varying pupil needs and abilities
• Support children in both whole-class and targeted small-group contexts, using differentiated approaches
• Monitor pupil progress, share observations with staff, and adapt strategies for maximum impact
• Maintain a positive learning environment, upholding the school’s behaviour and safeguarding policies

Essential Experience/Attributes:

• Either a recognised HLTA qualification, prior HLTA experience, QTS, or significant experience as a TA with demonstrable teaching responsibilities
• Strong understanding of effective classroom practice, differentiation, and curriculum delivery
• Ability to adapt to changing needs and confidently lead sessions in a primary school setting
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, working seamlessly within the wider school team
• A DBS check on the update service or willingness to obtain one

If you meet the criteria above and are excited to support pupils’ learning in a flexible and dynamic role, apply now to become an integral part of our Worthing school team!

Important Notice: To successfully apply for the above position, you should be eligible to work in the UK or hold a relevant work visa. Pink Tile is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within education. During the application process, you will be required to:

• Provide details for us to complete reference checks before employment
• Provide an Enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one (which Pink Tile can assist with)

Pink Tile Education, their schools, and candidates all share the view of “Best Fit, Every Time,” ensuring every candidate placed has a positive impact on the team of their new employers. Pay is inclusive of the 12.07% PAYE holiday.

We aim to respond to all applications within three working days. However, if you have not been contacted by then, your application may have been unsuccessful on this occasion. We encourage you to apply for future vacancies and to check missed calls or emails in case we have tried to reach you. Thank you.