Graduate Level Teaching Assistant

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Graduate Opportunity Coventry | Full-Time | September Start | £30,000–£33,000 | Permanent

Ready to take your first step towards a career in teaching, educational psychology or school leadership?

Are you a high-achieving graduate or aspiring HLTA looking for a full-time school-based role where you can make a genuine impact? Would you thrive in a modern learning environment that champions innovation, technology and personalised learning?

KPI Education is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of an exceptional independent school in Coventry for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team from September.

This is an outstanding opportunity for graduates considering a future in teaching, educational psychology, SEND, speech & language therapy or wider education. You'll gain invaluable classroom experience while working alongside experienced teachers and support staff in a school renowned for its forward-thinking approach to education.

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils across Key Stages through engaging learning activities
• Deliver targeted interventions with individuals and small groups
• Provide occasional whole-class cover when required
• Work closely with teachers to plan and deliver high-quality learning
• Help students develop confidence, independence and academic success
• Build meaningful relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues
• Gain first-class preparation for teacher training or postgraduate study

• A 2:1 or above in any degree subject (Education, Psychology, English, Maths, Science or Humanities preferred)
• Passionate about working with young people
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Confident leading small groups and supporting classroom learning
• Previous experience working with children is advantageous but not essential
• Ambitious, resilient and eager to build a career in education

• Permanent, full-time position
• £23,000–£30,000 annual salary
• Monday–Friday, term-time focused
• Outstanding training and mentoring from experienced educators
• State-of-the-art learning environment with excellent facilities
• Clear progression into teacher training and other educational careers
• A supportive school culture that values professional development and wellbeing

If you're looking for a role that offers far more than classroom support and provides a genuine pathway into education, this is the perfect opportunity.