Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Primary School

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Primary School

Swansea | September 2026 Start | Full Time

Are you an experienced and passionate education professional looking for your next opportunity within a supportive and welcoming primary school?

We are looking for a confident, enthusiastic and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our thriving primary school community in Swansea from September 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity to become a valued part of a school where relationships matter, wellbeing comes first and every member of staff plays an important role in helping children succeed.

Whether you are already working as a HLTA or are an experienced Teaching Assistant ready for the next step, we would love to hear from you.

Why This Role?

This is far more than a classroom support position.

As a HLTA, you will:
✅ Lead learning across the classroom
✅ Deliver interventions that genuinely impact pupil progress
✅ Build positive relationships with children and families
✅ Support pupils academically, emotionally and socially
✅ Help create engaging and inspiring learning experiences
✅ Play a key role in the wider school community

You will work closely with teachers, support staff and leadership teams while having the opportunity to confidently lead learning and make a real difference every single day.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

Teaching & Learning

• Delivering planned lessons across the primary age range
• Covering classes when teachers are absent
• Leading targeted intervention groups
• Supporting literacy, numeracy and wellbeing interventions
• Adapting learning activities to support individual pupil needs

Pupil Support

• Supporting children’s confidence, resilience and independence
• Building strong and positive relationships with pupils
• Supporting pupils with Additional Learning Needs (ALN)
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Helping pupils feel safe, supported and ready to learn

Teamwork & School Life

• Working collaboratively with teachers and support staff
• Supporting assessment and pupil progress monitoring
• Contributing positively to the wider school community
• Communicating effectively with families and professionals

Qualifications & Experience

We are looking for candidates who hold:

✔ HLTA Status or equivalent qualification
✔ Experience working within a primary school setting
✔ Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
✔ Excellent communication and organisational skills

Relevant qualifications may include:

• Level 4 HLTA Qualification
• CACHE Level 4+
• Foundation Degree in Education or Childhood Studies
• Relevant degree with strong school-based experience

Experience supporting pupils with ALN/SEN is highly desirable.

We Would Love to Hear From You If You Have Backgrounds In:

• Primary Education
• Teaching Assistance
• ALN/SEN Support
• Psychology & Wellbeing
• Youth Work
• Sports Coaching
• Behaviour Support
• Childcare & Pastoral Support

Most importantly, we are looking for someone who is:
Positive
Resilient
❤️ Nurturing
Passionate about education
Committed to helping every child thrive

What We Offer

A welcoming and community-focused primary school

Supportive leadership and collaborative staff teams

Ongoing training and professional development

A rewarding role where every day is different

Opportunities to grow and progress within education

A positive working environment where staff wellbeing matters

Apply Now

If you are passionate about supporting children, confident leading learning and ready to make a genuine impact within a supportive school community, we would love to hear from you.

Swansea
September 2026 Start
Monday to Friday | Full Time

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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