Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Daventry; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a confident HLTA to lead learning and support students in Daventry. The role emphasizes collaboration, creativity, and empathy, making it a rewarding opportunity in a supportive educational environment. You'll join a dedicated team celebrating student success while ensuring a safe and enriching atmosphere.

Benefits

Free child protection and prevent duty training

Full assistance with DBS check

Qualifications

• Experience in schools or youth settings.
• Able to support students academically and emotionally.
• Creative approach to leading learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead small group and whole-class learning when needed.
• Support students who need extra help academically and emotionally.
• Serve as a mentor and team ally.

Skills

Confidence leading learning

Empathy

Collaboration

Education

HLTA qualification (or working towards it)

Job description

Location: Daventry
Hours: Full-time
Start:September 2025

You’ve got experience, initiative, and a passion for education. Now you’re ready to lead learning, guide students, and be a rock for the team around you.

We’re looking for a confident HLTA who brings energy, empathy, and a collaborative spirit. Someone who can step into a class and step up for students — while still bringing warmth, humour, and humility to the staffroom.

Why Here?
We’re a school with heart. Our trust gives us strength, but our community gives us soul. We run events that bring generations together, and we build relationships that last beyond school gates. You’ll be part of a team that supports each other fiercely and celebrates success loudly.

Your Role

• Lead small group and whole-class learning when needed

• Support students who need extra help — academically and emotionally

• Be a learning champion, mentor, and team ally

You’ll Need

• HLTA qualification (or working towards it)

• Prior experience in schools or youth settings

• Confidence leading learning with care and creativity

To apply now or for more information, please contact [e-mail]

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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