At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead sessions, cover lessons, and support assessment in a primary school environment.
- Company: Lift Schools focuses on creating inclusive educational environments for children.
- Benefits: Enjoy a well-being cash plan, pension scheme, and retail discounts.
- Other info: Position is permanent, working 32.5 hours per week across 38.4 weeks.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team with clear progression pathways and professional development opportunities.
- Qualifications: Must be Level 4 Higher Level Teaching Assistant qualified or equivalent.
The predicted salary is between 23400 - 29910 £ per year.
Posted on: 15/06/2026 – Application Deadline: 26/06/2026
Salary: NJC 12 - 17 £20,525 - £22,265 (Actual Salary) - £27,711 - £30,060 (FTE) well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits
Hours: 32.5 hours a week, (38.4 weeks per year)
Contract: Permanent
Closing date: 26th June 2026
Interview date: 29th June 2026
Start date: September 2026
About the role
In this HLTA role, you’ll work closely with our teachers to help deliver an ambitious curriculum, creating a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment for every child. You’ll lead sessions, cover lessons, and guide pupils through key developmental stages – giving them the strongest possible start. We are ideally looking for one HLTA with KS2 experience and one with KS1 experience but both should have flexibility to work across the school as needed. An understanding of SEND is an essential part of the role.
Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver small group interventions and cover whole‑class sessions when required
- Support with assessment and observations to inform planning
- Encourage children’s social and emotional development
- Build strong relationships with families, supporting parental involvement
- Line‑manage other TAs where appropriate
Requirements
- Level 4 Higher Level Teaching Assistant qualified or equivalent (or working towards)
- Experienced in the UK primary school setting
- SEND intervention skills and awareness
- Motivated and passionate about supporting the youngest children within our schools to ensure the very best start in education
- Must have the right to work in the UK; this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship
What we offer
- Clear progression pathways and ongoing professional development
- Access to excellent resources and central support services
- The chance to be part of a national network of like‑minded colleagues
- A strong focus on staff wellbeing and work‑life balance
- Generous pension scheme, retail discounts and more
We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part‑time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
Higher Level Teaching Assistant in Barnsley employer: SIR HERBERT LEON ACADEMY
Lift Schools offers a strong focus on staff wellbeing and work-life balance, alongside a generous pension scheme. Located in the UK, they promote diversity and equality of opportunity, ensuring a supportive environment for all employees.
