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???? Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Full-time/part time | Permanent /Long term| Term-time Only | Immediate StartLocation: New Forest / DorsetHours: 31.25 per week (term time)Salary: Band D Support Staff – from £18,515 FTE (Hampshire pay scale; pending pay award) ? Join a School Where You Can Truly Make an Impact Nestled in the stunning New Forest and Dorset community, our primary school is more than just a place to work — it's a place to belong. We are a nurturing, inclusive school driven by our CORE values: Courage, Ownership, Respect, Excellence. Our motto “Dive into learning, set sail for success ” reflects our vision to help every child grow in confidence, curiosity, and character. Following our Good Ofsted judgement across all areas (March 2025), we are now building an even stronger future — and we’re looking for an HLTA who wants to be part of that journey. If you're passionate about children’s progress and enjoy making a real difference every day, this could be the perfect role for you. ?? Why This Role Matters As an HLTA, you’ll play a vital role in shaping children’s learning and enriching their school experience. You’ll be trusted, supported, and valued as a key member of our team. This is a role where you won’t just support learning — you’ll lead it. ? What You’ll Be Doing You will: Lead whole-class teaching during PPA, leadership time, or teacher absenceDeliver targeted small-group and one-to-one interventionsPrepare and adapt engaging learning materials to maintain seamless continuityHelp pupils grow in independence, confidence, and self-esteemSupport with monitoring and recording pupil prog

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