HLTA, Education Administration, Education ​/ Teaching

# HLTA

Employer:

Patchway Community School

Location:

Bristol, South Gloucestershire Contract Type:
Temporary

Hours:

Part Time Contract Length:
1 year Salary:
Grade 8 £ 32,597 - £35,412 per annum

Posted:
19th June 2026

Expires:
3rd July 2026 09:00 AM

Start Date:

As Soon As Possible Job :
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* * Patchway Community School
**** Role:
** Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
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* Contract:

** Temporary until 31st August 2027
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* Hours:

** 32.5 hours per week, term time only plus INSETs
** Pay Scale:
** Grade 8 £ 32,597 - £35,412 per annum FTE (£24,627 - £26,754 pro rata)
Are you a passionate and dedicated education professional looking to make a real difference in children's learning and development? We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our supportive and inclusive school community.
** About the Role
** As a HLTA, you will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across the school. Working closely with teachers and school leaders, you will deliver high-quality learning activities, provide targeted interventions, and occasionally lead whole-class learning in the absence of a teacher.
** Key Responsibilities*
* • Support the planning, delivery and assessment of learning activities.
• Lead whole classes when required, ensuring continuity of learning.
• Deliver targeted interventions to individuals and small groups.
• Support pupils with a range of educational and emotional needs.
• Contribute to pupil progress and attainment through effective teaching support.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage an inclusive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents and external agencies where appropriate.
** About You
** The successful candidate will:
• Hold HLTA status or have equivalent experience.
• Have a strong understanding of the primary/secondary curriculum.
• Be confident leading learning activities and managing groups of pupils independently.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Be an adaptable, enthusiastic and proactive member of the team.
** We Offer*
* • A welcoming and supportive school environment.
• Dedicated professional development opportunities.
• A committed and friendly staff team.
• Opportunities to make a meaningful impact on pupils' education and wellbeing.
• Access to employee wellbeing initiatives and support.
** Our Philosophy as an Employer
** Our overarching aim and vision is for our schools to deliver an exceptional education for children and young people, ensuring that students have access to the highest standards of teaching, resources and learning opportunities.

We are ambitious for our academies. We live in a demanding educational landscape that brings with it challenges, but also opportunities. We are excited by the opportunities for talented and inspirational educators to make an impact and create a powerful legacy.

We seek applicants for our roles who can align with our vision and have the talent, drive and determination to deliver that vision successfully. We support all our schools with our leadership and management, school improvement, legal, financial, administrative, admissions, marketing, premises, safeguarding and HR expertise.

We think our roles are tremendously exciting ones to perform supported by the expert Olympus team. We are inspired by our academies’ journey and consider it a great privilege to design and develop a 21st century school education. We will be very interested to hear your ideas and aspirations too. We are looking for staff who will deliver an exceptional education for the young people in our care.
** Benefits*
* • Pension Scheme
• Flexible and Family Friendly policies
• Annual pay progression opportunities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Corporate membership of Bristol Zoo Project at reduced rates
• Free onsite parking
• Coaching/Counselling services
• Termly and annual staff recognition and awards scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
** Closing date: 9:00 am on Friday 3rd July 2026
** The Olympus Academy Trust – Patchway Community School is…