HLTA,Elementary School,Education / Teaching Job Shrewsbury area,England UK,Education / Teaching

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Grange Primary School & Nursery, Shrewsbury (SY1 3QR
)

Grade 7 | 30 hours per week | Fixed term (potential to become permanent)

Closing date: Monday 5th October 2026 (9am)

Interviews: Thursday 8th & Friday 9th October 2026

Make a real difference at Grange Primary School

Grange Primary School is a warm, inclusive and ambitious school at the heart of the community. As part of the Marches Academy Trust, we live our vision of “Achievement Through Caring”, creating a nurturing environment where every child is supported to thrive.

We are now seeking a skilled, committed and reflective Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our dedicated and forward-thinking team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality teaching and learning, helping our pupils to grow in confidence, curiosity and independence.

The Role

Deliver learning to whole classes, small groups and individuals
, including PPA cover

Support teachers with planning, assessment and adapting learning to meet pupil needs

Lead targeted interventions and pastoral support
, including 1:1 work

Work closely with the SENDCo
, contributing to EHCPs, provision maps and referrals

Promote inclusion, independence and positive behaviour for all pupils

Monitor and record pupil progress, supporting high-quality outcomes

Contribute to the wider life of the school, including trips, enrichment and daily routines

About You

We are looking for someone who:

Holds HLTA status (or equivalent) and has strong primary experience

Has experience of leading whole-class learning and delivering interventions

Is passionate about supporting all pupils, including those with

Has excellent communication, organisation and ICT skills

Builds positive relationships with pupils, staff and

Is proactive, enthusiastic and committed to professional development

Why Join Grange?

We can offer you:

A supportive, welcoming and highly collaborative team

A varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same

Excellent professional development opportunities through our Talent Pathway

A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and work–life balance

Access to wellbeing support
, including counselling, physiotherapy and medical services

The opportunity to make a genuine impact on children’s lives every day

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care and expect all staff to share this commitment. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to declare any criminal convictions and will be subject to online checks. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

HLTA, Elementary School, Education ​/ Teaching

HLTA, Elementary School, Education / Teaching