Job Description

Welcome to Textbook Teachers!

Textbook Teachers is an education recruitment agency approved by the Government Commercial Agency (GCA). With 25 years of experience supporting schools across the East Midlands, with offices in Newark, Oakham, Peterborough, and Corby, we work closely with primary, secondary, SEND, and SEMH settings to connect passionate education professionals with rewarding opportunities.

We are currently seeking experienced and passionate Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) to support pupils across primary and secondary school settings in Grantham, Lincolnshire.

About the Role:

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting pupils’ learning, development, and wellbeing throughout the school day.

You may be responsible for working alongside class teachers to deliver engaging lessons, providing targeted support to individual pupils or small groups, and helping pupils overcome barriers to learning. Depending on the setting, you may also be required to lead lessons or activities in the absence of the class teacher, ensuring pupils remain engaged and supported.

As an HLTA, you will be expected to demonstrate confidence, initiative, and adaptability within the classroom. You will work closely with teachers and wider school staff to create a positive learning environment and ensure pupils receive the appropriate support to make progress.

Why Work with Textbook Teachers?

At Textbook Teachers, we understand the importance of matching the right people with the right schools. We work closely with our educators to understand their experience, strengths, and career goals, helping them find opportunities where they can make a genuine difference.

• ⭐ GCA-Approved!
• ⭐ Competitive pay rates!
• ⭐ No hidden fees and/or umbrella companies!
• ⭐ Access to long-term, short-term, and daily supply opportunities!
• ⭐ An experienced team to support you along your journey!

Take a look at what members of the Textbook Team think of working with us here: Reviews of Textbook Teachers (Newark)

Requirements:

To be considered for the role, we require the following:

• ✅ Minimum of 6 months’ experience working within a school or educational setting.
• ✅ Experience supporting children and young people with a range of learning needs.
• ✅ Confidence in supporting whole-class learning, small-group activities, and individual pupils.
• ✅ An Enhanced DBS certificate subscribed to the DBS Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• ✅ Right to Work in the UK.
• ✅ Professional references that cover the past 24 months.

Apply Today!

If you are interested in this position, or others you see on our website, please get in contact with our office on 01636 312300. Alternatively, please email your updated CV to william@textbookteachers.co.uk.

• Right to Work, Reference, and Safeguarding checks will be completed prior to work being offered.
• Post Codes: NG31, NG32, NG33