Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Job description
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Start Date: September 2026
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic and motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting high-quality teaching and learning across our inclusive and nurturing school community.
Working Schedule
Monday - Friday, term time only plus INSET days
Key Responsibilities
• Deliver planned lessons under the guidance of teaching staff
• Provide whole-class, small-group and targeted intervention support
• Support pupils with a range of additional needs to access the curriculum
• Contribute to planning, assessment and pupil progress monitoring
• Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to maintain a positive learning environment
• Help promote pupils’ independence, confidence and wellbeing
About You
We are looking for someone who:
• Holds HLTA status or has equivalent experience
• Has strong classroom practice and the confidence to lead learning
• Can build positive relationships with children, staff and families
• Is flexible, proactive and committed to inclusive education
• Has experience supporting pupils with SEND (desirable)
• Demonstrates excellent communication and organisational skills
What We Offer
• A friendly, supportive and forward-thinking staff team
• A caring and inclusive ethos where every child is valued
• Opportunities for continued professional development
• Engaged, enthusiastic pupils who enjoy learning
Safeguarding Statement
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a committed school team, we would love to hear from you.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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