Level Teaching Assistant - Kingsleigh Primary School

About the role

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Start Date September 2026

Monday to Friday 8.15am – 3.45pm (35 hours) (1/2-hour unpaid lunch)

39 weeks Term‑time including inset days

Grade 6 – Scale Points 16 – 22

Full Time Equivalent Salary £30,518 – £33,699

Actual salary £24,693 (£15.82 per hour);
Pay Award Pending

This role will predominantly support in Early Years and Key Stage 1, with possible support in other year groups.

• Deliver and adapt lessons for whole classes and small groups
• Use formative assessment during lessons to adjust tasks
• Use questioning skills to ensure pupils make strong progress
• Provide high quality feedback that pupils act on
• Consistently implement the school’s behaviour policy
• Act as trained safeguarding professional in line with school policies
• Provide feedback to class teachers and parent/carers as directed by the class teacher

• Experienced HLTA with a proven track record of class coverage
• Excellent communication skills with colleagues and families
• Proficient with IT systems and accurate record keeping
• Team player who builds positive relationships
• Confident in using questioning techniques and formative assessment

• Modern, purpose-built and well‑resourced learning environment
• Energetic and enthusiastic children respond well to the creative curriculum
• Positive and supportive staff team where you will work together and be genuinely proud of what we create
• Professional development opportunities with a forward‑thinking approach to teaching and learning

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; all staff and volunteers share this commitment.

Kingsleigh Primary School values the diversity of its workforce and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.