High-Impact HLTA: Lead Learning & Interventions

Teaching Personnel; Taunton, Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Taunton, Somerset, invites applications for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming school from September 2026.

You will support whole-class teaching, lead small intervention groups, and assist with planning and assessment under teacher direction, helping pupils reach their potential.

The role offers full-time hours, a competitive pay rate dependent on experience, and opportunities for ongoing professional development within a supportive school community.

Qualifications

• Experience as HLTA or teaching assistant in primary settings.
• Strong understanding of the primary curriculum and assessment methods.
• Ability to lead small groups and deliver interventions with confidence.

Responsibilities

• Support and lead whole-class learning under teacher direction.
• Deliver small group and one-to-one interventions.
• Assist with planning, preparation, and assessment of activities.
• Support pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development.
• Promote positive behaviour and an inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Primary curriculum knowledge

Lead learning activities

Excellent communication

Safeguarding

SEND experience advantageous

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent

Job description

Teaching Personnel in Taunton, Somerset, invites applications for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming school from September 2026.

You will support whole-class teaching, lead small intervention groups, and assist with planning and assessment under teacher direction, helping pupils reach their potential.

The role offers full-time hours, a competitive pay rate dependent on experience, and opportunities for ongoing professional development within a supportive school community.