Higher Level Teaching Assistant Peterborough

About the role:

Justteachers are working in partnership with a friendly and inclusive primary school in Peterborough that is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team on a full-time basis, starting in September.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Primary HLTA who is passionate about supporting children’s learning and development while working alongside teachers to deliver high-quality education across the primary age range. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning, leading whole-class lessons when required, and providing targeted interventions to help every pupil achieve their full potential.

The school is proud of its nurturing ethos, supportive staff team, and commitment to creating a positive and engaging learning environment where every child is encouraged to thrive. This role would suit a confident, proactive, and caring HLTA who enjoys making a meaningful difference in the classroom.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support teachers in planning, delivering, and evaluating engaging lessons across the primary curriculum.
• Lead whole-class teaching and learning during teacher release time and planned absences.
• Deliver targeted interventions to individuals and small groups to support pupil progress.
• Differentiate learning activities to meet the diverse needs and abilities of all pupils.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment that promotes confidence and independence.
• Monitor, assess, and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teachers to inform future planning.
• Promote positive behaviour and support the school’s behaviour management policies.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, parents, carers, and external professionals to achieve the best outcomes for pupils.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining an organised, safe, and engaging learning environment.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school through meetings, training, and school events where appropriate.
• Promote safeguarding and the welfare of all pupils at all times.
• Uphold the school’s values and commitment to delivering high-quality primary education.

Pre-requisites:

• HLTA status or equivalent relevant qualification is desirable.
• Previous experience working as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant within a primary school.
• A strong understanding of the Primary National Curriculum.
• Confidence in leading whole-class learning and supporting pupils across different year groups.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and classroom management skills.
• A flexible, proactive, and enthusiastic approach to supporting teaching and learning.
• A genuine passion for helping children reach their full potential.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Two recent education-based references.

This full-time Primary HLTA role offers a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive primary school in Wisbech, where you can develop your career while making a real difference to pupils’ learning and wellbeing.