HLTA

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Church of England Primary School based in Birkenhead

Birkenhead, Wirral

Start Date: January 2027

Competitive salary dependent on experience via PAYE

Full-time | Term-time only

Teaching Personnel are delighted to be working in partnership with a 'GOOD' Primary School to recruit aHigher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their dedicated team from January 2027 .

This welcoming Church of England primary school is seeking an experienced and motivated HLTA who is passionate about supporting children's learning and development. The successful candidate will play a key role across the school, delivering high-quality interventions, supporting whole-class teaching, and leading learning in the absence of the class teacher.

The Role

As a HLTA, you will:

• Deliver planned lessons across KS1 and KS2 when required
• Support the learning and progress of pupils both individually and in groups
• Lead targeted interventions to raise attainment and accelerate progress
• Work closely with teachers to plan, prepare and assess learning activities
• Support pupils with a range of educational needs, ensuring every child can achieve their potential
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school and uphold the school's Christian values

To be successful in this role, you should have one or more of the following:

Essential

• HLTA Status (Higher Level Teaching Assistant qualification)
• Experience working within a primary school setting
• Experience delivering learning activities and interventions independently

Desirable

• Level 4 Higher Level Teaching Assistant qualification
• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
• Foundation Degree in Supporting Teaching and Learning or Education
• Degree-level qualification in Education or a related subject
• Paediatric First Aid qualification
• Training in SEND, Autism, Speech and Language, SEMH or Trauma-Informed Practice
• Read Write Inc., Little Wandle, Sounds-Write or other phonics programme training

The School Offers

• A supportive and welcoming leadership team
• Enthusiastic, well-behaved pupils who enjoy learning
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A caring and inclusive school community
• A chance to make a lasting impact on children's educational journeys

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