At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise classes, plan engaging activities, and support students' development.
- Company: Join the friendly team at William Reynolds Primary School.
- Benefits: Enjoy a supportive environment and make a real difference in children's lives.
- Other info: Commitment to safeguarding and excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Be a role model and help shape young minds in a nurturing community.
- Qualifications: HLTA status or Level 4 qualification, plus experience in education.
The predicted salary is between 5 - 13 £ per hour.
- Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
- Term time only
Hours: 8:00am – 3:30pm Term: Permanent position Hourly rate: Scale 5 – 13 to 17: £15.06 – £16.08 Start date: September 2026
We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic and highly motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced practitioner who is passionate about raising standards and helping children to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise whole classes during short‑term teacher absences or PPA cover, ensuring continuity of learning, good order and appropriate behaviour.
- Plan and deliver learning activities to individuals, small groups and, on a regular agreed basis, whole classes during teacher absence.
- Promote inclusion, independence, engagement and high standards of behaviour.
- Establish productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations.
- Support pupils’ social, emotional and behavioural development.
- Provide feedback to pupils on attainment and progress.
Qualifications & Experience
- HLTA status or Level 4 qualification (or higher) relevant to teaching and learning.
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above).
- Substantial experience working in an educational setting.
- Experience of planning and delivering learning activities.
- Experience supervising whole classes and leading learning in teacher absence.
- Experience monitoring, assessing and reporting on pupil progress.
What We Offer
- A friendly and supportive working environment.
- The opportunity to make a positive impact in a nurturing school community.
William Reynolds Primary School & Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.
Appointment to this post is subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks and other pre‑appointment checks as outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education.
The post also requires checks under the Childcare Disqualification Regulations and Childcare Act 2006.
Please review the Trusts Safer Recruitment policy available on the website.
Closing date: Noon – Wednesday 22nd July 2026 Interview date: Friday 24th July 2026. Application form attached.
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