HLTA / Teaching Assistant – Vara Sports and Education
Are you passionate about education and supporting children's learning?
Vara Sports and Education is a growing company dedicated to inspiring the next generation. We are seeking an enthusiastic HLTA or Teacher/ECT happy to work in an HLTA role to join our team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to build your career in education, with competitive pay, free training, and the chance to gain qualifications in a supportive environment.
Key Details
* Hours: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday
* Start Date: Monday 15th September 2025
* Pay: Competitive, dependent on age and experience
* Contract Options:
* Term-time only (salary spread across the year – 14 weeks school holidays)
* Term-time + holiday camps (52 weeks with 28 days paid holiday, plus higher salary if working in holiday camps
* Term-time only and overtime at the camps
Responsibilities
* Deliver small group interventions in Years 3 and 4 (mornings)
* Provide PPA cover across Reception, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6 (afternoons)
* Support the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons
* Ensure all children are engaged, safe, and supported effectively
* Cover occasional short-term teacher absences when required
* Assist children with SEND needs, promoting inclusion at all times
Skills and Requirements
* HLTA, Teacher, or ECT with strong classroom skills
* Strong communicator and motivator with the ability to build positive relationships
* Team player: reliable, flexible, and committed
* Highly organised with good time management
* Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant/HLTA (desirable)
* Experience working with SEND children (highly desirable)
* DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
Why Join Vara Sports and Education?
* Competitive pay and career progression
* Free training and funded qualification opportunities
* Genuine opportunities to progress in education and childcare
* Higher earnings available for those working at our holiday camps
* Be part of a supportive team making a meaningful impact on children's lives
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £20,710.00-£24,700.00 per year
Benefits:
* Childcare
* Company pension
* Employee discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Ellesmere Port CH66 4UG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
* Do you have a DBS on the update service, paper copy or you require one?
* Have you worked as a HLTA before? If you have, please state below.
Experience:
* working with children: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person