Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Academics Ltd; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school team. This role offers a chance to make a real impact in children's lives, working in a welcoming environment that values Hope, Perseverance, and Respect. The ideal candidate will hold or be working towards an HLTA Level 4 qualification and have experience in a school setting. In return, the school provides excellent professional development opportunities and a friendly atmosphere, making it a great place to grow your career and contribute to children's education.

Benefits

High-quality professional development

Career progression opportunities

Supportive leadership team

Welcoming staff community

Extensive school grounds

Excellent facilities

Qualifications

• Qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant or working towards HLTA Level 4.
• Experience in a school setting, ideally as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning and adapt practices to meet individual needs.
• Work collaboratively with a team to maintain high teaching standards.

Skills

Teaching and Learning

Adaptability

Teamwork

Child Development

Education

HLTA Level 4 Qualification

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Location: Houghton Regis, Bedfordshire
Contract Type: Permanent (32.5 hours per week, Term Time + 4 Teacher Training Days)
Salary: 26,409 Annually (FTE), Monday to Friday. This is a TERM TIME position including 4 additional Training Days, so the salary will be pro rated to reflect this
Start Date: September 2025

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated HLTA looking to make a real difference in children's lives?

Here at Academics we are seeking to appoint a qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join a 1 form entry primary school, with a welcoming and supportive team in Houghton Regis.

This is a Church of England school who would welcome applications from someone who has or is working towards an HLTA Level 4 qualification.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is positive, flexible, and passionate about helping young children thrive
• Holds a Level 4 qualification related to teaching and learning (or is working towards a Higher Level Teaching Assistant qualification)
• Has experience working in a school setting, ideally in a Higher Level Teaching Assistant capacity
• Understands how to adapt their practice to meet the needs of individual learners
• Works effectively as part of a team and is committed to high standards of teaching and learning
• Can commute to Houghton Regis

In return, we offer:

• A friendly, inclusive, and forward-thinking school environment
• High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities
• A supportive leadership team and welcoming staff community
• Extensive school grounds and excellent facilities

How to apply:
If this Higher level teaching assistant role in a primary school that values Hope, Perseverance and Respect in Houghton Regis area is of interest to you then please click on 'apply now' and submit your CV.

We aim to give children the very best start in their education, encouraging academic excellence and personal growth.

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