Higher Level Teaching Assistant in Burton upon Trent

Burton on Trent, Staffordshire, United Kingdom

Posted on: 24/06/2026 – Application Deadline: 06/07/2026

Location: Lift Anglesey, Clarence Street, Burton upon Trent, DE14 3LG

Hours: 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

Contract: Fixed Term until August 2027

Start Date: September 2026

Join a friendly, ambitious and supportive school community. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join the team at Lift Anglesey. We are looking for a passionate and resilient individual who is committed to helping every child achieve their full potential.

This role will involve supporting teaching and learning across the school, working closely with teachers, support staff and the SENDCO to provide high-quality support for pupils, including those with significant and complex additional needs. Lift Anglesey is a large and thriving primary school with over 600 pupils and is part of Lift Schools, a national trust committed to providing an excellent education in every classroom, every day. Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, our school is proud of its inclusive culture where children are encouraged to be curious, confident and ambitious learners.

About the Role

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will work in partnership with teachers to improve pupils’ learning, attainment and wellbeing. You will support the planning and delivery of learning, lead interventions, cover lessons when required and help create an engaging and inclusive environment where all pupils can succeed. This role will have a particular focus on supporting pupils with SEND and complex learning needs, helping to ensure they can access learning, develop independence and make meaningful progress.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering planned learning activities and interventions to individuals and groups of pupils
• Covering lessons as part of planned and unplanned teacher absence
• Supporting teachers with lesson preparation, delivery and assessment
• Leading targeted interventions to support pupil progress
• Supporting pupils with SEND and additional learning needs
• Building positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues
• Supporting the development and wellbeing of pupils both academically and socially
• Assisting with the management and development of Teaching Assistants where required
• Contributing to a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment

What We Are Looking For

We would particularly welcome applications from candidates who:

• Hold a Level 3 HLTA qualification (or equivalent)
• Have experience working with children or young people in an educational setting
• Have experience supporting pupils with SEND
• Have experience working with children who have significant and complex needs
• Are patient, empathetic and able to build positive relationships with children
• Can adapt their approach to meet a wide range of learning and developmental needs
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Are resilient and able to remain calm in challenging situations
• Are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Can work effectively as part of a wider school team

This role requires a candidate who is confident in supporting pupils with additional needs and who understands that success for every child looks different. Experience supporting children with significant and complex SEND needs will be a distinct advantage.

Who is Lift Schools?

We’re a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 59 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they’ve ever had. We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

We offer you:

• Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships and travel deals.

Please don’t wait until the closing date to apply; we will review applications as we receive them. Closing date Monday 6th July 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.