Higher Learning Teaching Assistant

Castle Phoenix Trust; Coventry; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is looking for a passionate Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join their Early Years Foundation Stage team. This role involves collaborating with teachers to plan and deliver engaging lessons, assess pupil progress, and support students with special needs. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 Childcare Qualification and experience working with children, demonstrating strong communication skills and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the development of young learners in a supportive and dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• Must have a Level 3 Childcare Qualification or equivalent.
• Experience working with children is essential.
• Knowledge of the EYFS Framework is required.

Responsibilities

• Planning and preparing lessons under the direction of teaching staff.
• Delivering lessons and assessing pupils’ development.
• Supporting students with special educational needs.

Skills

Childcare Qualification

Experience with Children

Knowledge of EYFS Framework

Lesson Planning

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Childcare Qualification

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Early Years

Grade 4 - £25,183 to £28,624 (FTE) per annum (£11,812 - £13,426 pro rata to hours and weeks worked)

Salary: £11,812 - £13,426 pro rata to hours and weeks

Working hours: Monday - Friday, 8.30am to 12.30pm (20 hours per week, term time only plus teacher training days, 39 weeks).

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and well-organised HLTA to join our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), initially in our school nursery from September 2025.

This role involves working collaboratively with responsible classroom teachers as a Teaching Assistant, utilizing detailed knowledge and specialist skills to undertake ‘specified work’ and provide care and supervision to pupils.

Responsibilities include:

• Planning and preparing lessons for individuals, groups, and whole classes under the direction of teaching staff.
• Delivering lessons and learning experiences to individuals, groups, and whole classes.
• Assessing, marking, and reporting on pupils’ development, progress, and attainment.
• Using specialist skills to meet the physical and emotional needs of students, including those with special educational, physical, or emotional needs.
• Participating in professional development activities and supporting other staff in their development and training.
• Assisting in supervising, training, and developing volunteer helpers, students, and staff.

Candidate requirements:

• Must have a Level 3 Childcare Qualification or equivalent.
• Experience working with children.
• Knowledge of the EYFS Framework and the national curriculum, with willingness to develop further.
• Ability to relate well to children and adults.
• Ability to lead a class and support lesson planning and preparation.
• Ability to inspire and enthuse students.
• High expectations for all students.
• Strong commitment to partnership with parents, colleagues, and the community.
• Team player with a good sense of humour and positive attitude.

Visits to our school are welcome. To arrange a visit, please email the school.

Early applications are encouraged. The Trust reserves the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date or to close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume your application was unsuccessful.

An online search may be conducted as part of the recruitment process, following guidance from KCSIE 2022.

This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and appointment is conditional upon a satisfactory DBS check. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.