Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Closeburn House

Permanent Other Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
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Location
Thornhill, Scotland, United Kingdom
Posted
July 02, 2026

Job Description

The role

involves taking a more independent and proactive position within the classroom, contributing to planning, delivering, and assessing learning activities, and supporting the overall progress and wellbeing of pupils.

What you will be doing

  • Supporting teachers in planning, preparing, and delivering learning activities across the curriculum.

  • Leading whole‑class, group, and individual learning sessions under the direction of a teacher.

  • Providing targeted literacy, numeracy, and intervention support to pupils who need additional help.

  • Assessing, recording, and reporting on pupil progress to inform teaching and next steps.

  • Acting as a subject or specialist support assistant, offering expertise in designated curriculum areas.

  • Supervising and guiding other support staff to ensure consistent, high‑quality classroom practice.

  • Preparing and maintaining learning environments, resources, an...

    • Job Details

    • Job Type
      Permanent
    • Category
      Other Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
    • Date Posted
      July 02, 2026
    • Application Deadline
      August 11, 2026