Level Teaching Assistant - William Reynolds Primary School

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Term time only

Hours: 8:00am – 3:30pm

Term: Permanent position

Hourly rate: Scale 5 point 13-17: £15:06 - £16:08

Required: September 2026

We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic and highly motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) 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.

• Regularly 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.

• 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 of supervising whole classes and leading learning in teacher absence.
• Experience monitoring, assessing and reporting on pupil progress.

• 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 an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check as well as other pre‑appointment checks outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education (September 2026). This post also requires checks under the Childcare Disqualification Regulations and Childcare Act 2006 as the post may require some work with children in the EYFS.

We recommend that you review the Trusts Safer Recruitment policy available on the website.