Primary - HLTA

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Working Pattern: Thursday & Friday Hours: 8:30am – 4:00pm (1-hour lunch break) We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our school team for two days per week. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across the school and will be confident leading learning activities and providing class cover when required. Key Responsibilities • Deliver planned lessons and learning activities to whole classes, small groups, and individual pupils. • Provide class cover in the absence of the teacher, ensuring continuity of learning. • Support pupils to make progress across the curriculum and achieve their individual targets. • Work closely with teachers to plan, prepare, and evaluate learning activities. • Assess, monitor, and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teaching staff. • Deliver intervention programmes to support academic, social, and emotional development. • Promote positive behaviour and maintain a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment. • Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents, and external professionals. Essential Requirements • HLTA qualification or substantial experience working at HLTA level. • Experience within a primary school setting. • Confidence in managing a classroom and delivering lessons independently. • Strong behaviour management skills. • Excellent communication, literacy, and numeracy skills. • Ability to work flexibly and use initiative to meet the needs of the school. • A positive, professional, and proactive approach. Ideal Candidate We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic HLTA who can confidently support teaching and learning across a range of year groups, provide effective classroom cover, and contribute to raising pupil achievement and engagement. Working Days: Thursday & Friday Hours: 8:30am – 4:00pm (1-hour unpaid lunch break) Position: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)