Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Lift Schools; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-regarded educational institution in the UK is looking for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support students in their learning journey. The role focuses on upper KS2, enhancing student independence and self-esteem, and involves covering lessons and assisting teachers. Candidates should have at least a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or be willing to obtain one. This part-time position offers generous benefits including healthcare and pension support, along with perks like gym memberships and travel deals.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Healthcare

Discounted gym memberships

Travel deals

Electric vehicle incentives

Qualifications

• Must have good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work towards L3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Ability to manage challenging situations professionally.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside teachers to enhance student learning and attainment.
• Support students to access the curriculum and develop independence.
• Cover lessons and assist in planning and leading parts of lessons.

Skills

Good communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Resilience

Patience

Education

L3 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship or equivalent

Job description

Job title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Hours: Part time, 15 hours per week
Location: Lift Hazelwood, Stokesay Drive, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 8DR
Salary: SCP 14 FTE £29,540 pro rata £10,254 + pension scheme + additional Lift Schools benefits
Contract type: Fixed term, until the end of February 2027
Start date: January 2026 or as soon after

This is a rare part time high level teaching assistant job opportunity in a lovely school. We will interview this side of Christmas if we have suitable applications, so please don't wait to apply.

Your new school

Lift Hazelwood is part of Lift Schools, a MAT of 59 schools which allows you access to the best training programmes available as well as more internal opportunities. Lift Hazelwood is a one‑form entry primary school with an attached nursery, situated in West Swindon, located just off J16 of the M4. There are currently just over 200 pupils on roll and pupils benefit from a modern, purpose‑built school building with extensive grounds. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Teaching Assistant.

Your new role

The role of the HLTA is to work in partnership with teachers to improve the learning and attainment of students while also promoting their independence, self‑esteem and social inclusion. The role provides support to students so that they can access the curriculum, participate in learning and experience a sense of achievement. This role will focus on supporting our upper KS2. In addition to the responsibilities of a Teaching Assistant, an HLTA will have a greater influence on students' education through their ability to cover lessons, support teachers through help with planning and leading parts of lessons, and where applicable, line‑manage TAs.

What you'll need to succeed

You will be a L3 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship or equivalent or willingness to work towards this qualification. You will have good communication and interpersonal skills, a reflective practitioner, aware of personal strengths and areas for development. You will also be resilient when faced with challenging situations and able to manage these professionally and have patience in interactions with a variety of students and situations, with a calm demeanour. We will review applications and interview ASAP so please apply or make contact ASAP.

We offer you:

Generous benefits: From your pension to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.

Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and electric vehicle incentives.

If you would like to have a confidential discussion and/or arrange a tour of the school ahead of applying please contact Jessica Billows, Recruiting Manager on
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part‑time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.