Higher Learning Teaching Assistant

The Shaw Education Trust; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Medicash Health & Wellbeing Plan

DiscountForTeachers Scheme

Free Eye Tests

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Waterside Primary School in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking an enthusiastic Higher Learning Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our welcoming team on a fixed-term contract until 31/08/2027. You will support teaching and learning, lead activities, and work closely with pupils, teachers and families to create an inclusive, engaging learning environment.

The role requires a Level 4 qualification or equivalent, with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Has experience working as a Teaching Assistant or HLTA in a primary school.
• Holds a Level 4 qualification or equivalent experience.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills; patient and caring.

Responsibilities

• Lead learning activities and deliver lessons across year groups.
• Provide targeted support to pupils to foster inclusive learning.

Skills

HLTA experience

Level 4 qualification

Strong communication

Teamwork

Leading learning

Patient and caring

Education

Level 4 qualification or equivalent

Job description

* Higher Learning Teaching AssistantNEWFast Apply# Higher Learning Teaching AssistantEmployerLocation: Stoke-on-Trent, StaffordshireContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Full TimeContract Length: Fixed term until 31/08/27Salary: Grade 7, SCP 24 -28, £31,015 - £34,812Posted: 21st September 2026Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 2nd October 2026 09:00 AMContract Type: Fixed term contractStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1575127Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type:Fixed term contract* Contract Length: Fixed term until 31/08/27* Job ID: 1575127* Share :We are seeking an enthusiastic, committed and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our welcoming primary school, situated in the heart of Stoke-on-Trent.This is an exciting opportunity for a talented and dedicated individual who is passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential. You will play an important role in supporting teaching and learning across the school, working closely with teachers and other members of our dedicated team.As an HLTA, you will have the opportunity to lead learning activities, deliver lessons and provide targeted support to pupils, helping to create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment.**We are looking for someone who:*** Has experience working as a Teaching Assistant or HLTA within a primary school setting.* Holds a relevant Level 4 qualification or equivalent experience.* Has high expectations of themselves and the children they work with.* Is confident supporting and leading learning across a range of year groups.* Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.* Is patient, caring and committed to helping every child succeed.* Can build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.* Is enthusiastic, reliable and willing to contribute to the wider life of our school.Waterside Primary School is proud to be situated in the heart of Stoke on-Trent where cultural richness and diversity is celebrated within our school and our local community. There is sharp focus at Waterside on becoming respectful and tolerant citizens which enable positive interactions within and beyond our school. Although there is a high level of deprivation, and social challenges we are committed to 'Empowering Learners' and enriching lives.Due to the challenges within our context, we place high priority on developing the whole child. We are highly ambitious and inclusive and strive to intrinsically embed the British Values and our Personal Development curriculum including our school values (Respect, Determination, Excellence, Friendship, Courage, Inspiration, Equality) to ensure that pupils acquire skills and knowledge for future learning and life in modern Britain. All staff at Waterside are highly aspirational and consistently deliver rich learning experiences within our ambitious broad and balance 4D curriculum, that secure academic achievement and progress, whilst going beyond the curriculum to reinforce the skills required for life-long learning.At Waterside, we understand the importance of equity in ensuring all pupils are able to achieve from their individual starting points, and through the challenging and diversified opportunities that we provide, children become confident learners who are prepared for life beyond the classroom.Our ambition and passion for success for all, drives the work that we do and the decisions that we make.All candidates are required to provide a supporting statement on the formal application forms which states clearly your reasons for applying, skills and experience for this position.AtShaw Education Trust, we believe every role has the power to transform a life.Whether you're supporting behind the scenes, inspiring in the classroom, orleading with vision, you will be part of something truly meaningful.Ourvalues - **opportunity, integrity, community, and equity** - guide everything wedo. Our vision is ***\"Opening doors to the world through the power oflearning.\"*** We bring this to life through our mission: **workingtogether to inspire communities where every school is valued, every voicematters, and every learner thrives.**Weare a dynamic and growing family of primary, secondary, and special schools,proudly serving communities from Birmingham to Bury.Ourpeople are our greatest asset, and we are deeply committed to their developmentthrough high-quality training, apprenticeships, talent development programmes,and research opportunities, we empower our staff to thrive as skilled,confident professionals. We champion wellbeing, value everyvoice,and foster a culture where you feel supported, motivated, and inspired to makea real difference.Youwill join a collaborative network of schools where shared expertise and astrong professional community drive success. Every academy within our Trust hasan equal voice, and every colleague plays a vital role in shaping tailoredlearning experiences that raise aspirations and build brighter futures.Ifyou have the passion, dedication, and drive to help shape lives and createfutures filled with promise, we would love you to join our team.***Together,let's make the remarkable happen.We believe every child has the potential to be extraordinary.*****Everychild deserves an exceptional primary education.**AtShaw Education Trust, we believe the primary years are where confidence grows,curiosity begins and a lifelong love of learning is nurtured. Across our familyof primary schools, we are committed to creating welcoming,inclusive environments where every child is known, valued and encouraged toachieve their very best.Ourcurriculum is designed to inspire children to become confident readers,effective communicators, curious learners and resilient young people. From theearliest stages of education through to the transition into secondary school,we provide engaging learning experiences that help every child develop theknowledge, skills and confidence they need to thrive. Through our Trust-wideDigital Strategy, we also embrace technology to enrich teaching and learning,preparing pupils for an increasingly digital future.**ShawEducation Trust offer the following employee benefits with your Teaching orSupport Staff employment:*** An excellent Local Government Pension Scheme (SupportStaff) / Teachers Pension (Teaching Staff)* **Support Staff only** based on working **full time,all year** - Generous holiday entitlement from your first day ofemployment (**37 days holiday** **rising to 39 days** after 5 years'service including Bank Holidays)* Access to Medicash Health & Wellbeing Plan: Enjoyhealth services designed to support your well-being.* Free DiscountForTeachers Scheme for all staff (Supportand Teaching), Exclusive discounts to save money with a wide selection ofdiscounts and exclusive offers from hundreds of the biggest brands.* Free Eye Tests* Cycle to work scheme* Access to our Institute ofEducation and fantastic opportunities to help you **grow, contribute** and**flourish** in your role and in the Trust.Weknow **our people** are the key to our success and so we're committed toensuring the **employment experience** at **Shaw Education Trust** is a **rewarding**one.**Colleagueswithin the Trust benefit from:** Access to a full range of courses bothin-house and professionally accredited. These courses include a variety of theNational Professional Qualifications and the Early Carer Teacher Programmedelivered by Shaw Education Trust as a delivery partner for AmbitionInstitute.* Experiencedleadership and subject-specific support.* Guidancefrom former HMIs and serving Ofsted Inspectors within the Trust.* Accessto the Trust's Institute of Education and SCITT.* Opportunitiesto work with different schools within the Trust as a Professional Advocate.* Participatingin peer reviews.* Accessto a