Higher Level Teaching Assistant

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Birmingham; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school in Birmingham seeks a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support teaching across the primary curriculum. Candidates should have HLTA status or equivalent, experience in primary settings, and a strong understanding of effective teaching strategies. This position offers a supportive environment and opportunities for professional development, aiming to make a positive impact on children’s education.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for continued professional development

Well-resourced school setting

Qualifications

• HLTA status or equivalent qualification required.
• Minimum of previous experience in primary school settings, especially EYFS, KS1 and KS2 is essential.
• Demonstrated understanding of the primary curriculum necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
• Work closely with teachers and support staff to deliver high-quality learning.
• Cover classes during teacher PPA time and assist with targeted interventions.

Skills

HLTA status or equivalent qualification

Experience in a primary school setting

Strong understanding of the primary curriculum

Effective behaviour management strategies

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Positive, proactive, and nurturing approach

Job description

We are recruiting for a HLTA

Required for 23rd February 2026

Salary Range £31,537.00 to £34,470.00 per annum (this is FTE, salary will be pro‑rata) Emmaus Grade 7 (Point 18-23)

Term time only plus 5 days (INSET days), 32.50 hours per week Monday to Friday (with 30 minutes lunch)

Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Primary School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support teaching and learning across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HLTA or a passionate teaching assistant ready to step up, to make a real difference in children’s education and development. You will work closely with class teachers, support staff, and the school’s leadership team to plan, deliver, and assess high‑quality learning across the primary curriculum. This role will include covering classes during teacher PPA time, SLT management time and supporting targeted interventions.

We are looking for a candidate who has

• HLTA status or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience working in a primary school setting, particularly within EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2.
• A strong understanding of the primary curriculum and effective behaviour management strategies.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills and
• A positive, proactive, and nurturing approach.

We offer a supportive and welcoming team environment, opportunities for continued professional development, a well‑resourced and inclusive school setting, children who are enthusiastic and keen to learn and a leadership team committed to staff wellbeing and development. If you meet the requirements of the job description and person specification and feel that you can make a positive difference to our school then please apply.

Closing Date

9th January 2026 at noon (we may bring forward the application closing date, depending on volume of applicants, therefore please apply as soon as possible)

Interviews

W/c 19th January 2026

Emmaus Catholic MAC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK. Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process school and colleges should consider carrying out online searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an online check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or during the interview.

We warmly welcome visits to the school. For specific questions about the role and/or to request a visit, please contact the school office.

Attached documents
Job Advertisement
Job Description and Person Specification