Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Middleton Primary School; Monkston; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Middleton Primary School in Milton Keynes is seeking a flexible and motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated team. The successful candidate will support high-quality teaching and learning across the primary age range and lead learning sessions when required.

The role requires a relevant HLTA qualification and a proactive approach to helping all pupils succeed, with a focus on creating a calm, engaging classroom ethos.

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification essential.
• Experience supporting primary-aged learners.

Responsibilities

• Lead whole-class learning confidently and effectively.
• Support high-quality teaching and learning across the primary age range.
• Build positive relationships with children in a calm, engaging environment.
• Adapt learning to meet diverse needs and help children overcome barriers.
• Work with teachers to deliver excellent outcomes for all pupils.
• Be flexible and provide class cover as required.
• Promote high expectations for behaviour and achievement.
• Contribute to the wider life and ethos of Middleton Primary School.

Education

HLTA qualification

Job description

We are looking for a flexible, hardworking and positive Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated and supportive team. The successful candidate will be adaptable, enthusiastic and highly motivated, with a genuine commitment to helping every child succeed. They will share our high expectations and demonstrate a strong commitment to the values and ethos of Middleton Primary School.

Working closely with teachers and other colleagues, you will play an important role in supporting high-quality teaching and learning, overcoming barriers and securing the best possible outcomes for all children. The role will include leading learning and providing class cover across the school, both on a planned basis and, when required, at short notice.

A relevant HLTA qualification is essential.

The successful candidate will:

• Lead whole-class learning confidently and effectively
• Support high-quality teaching and learning across the primary age range.
• Build positive relationships with children and create a calm, purposeful and engaging learning environment.
• Adapt learning to meet a range of needs and help children overcome barriers to learning.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other colleagues to support excellent outcomes for all pupils.
• Demonstrate flexibility and be willing to provide class cover across the school as required.
• Promote high expectations for behaviour, learning and achievement.
• Contribute positively to the wider life and ethos of Middleton Primary School.

Through Kingsbridge Educational Trust, Middleton Primary School can offer you:

• Exceptional behaviour and positive attitudes to learning.
• A beautiful environment with fantastic facilities.
• A calm and purposeful school where pupils and staff thrive.
• Supportive leadership and personalised professional development.
• Excellent opportunities for career development and progression within the Trust.
• Middleton really is a wonderful place to learn and work. We are a hardworking and dedicated team, but our school is also full of fun, laughter, mutual respect and kindness. Most importantly, our children are a delight to teach.

Middleton Primary School, Noon Layer Drive, Middleton, Milton Keynes MK10 9EN

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Closing date for applications is 10am on: Monday 28th September 2026

Interviews to be held on: Thursday 1st and Friday 2nd October 2026

Middleton Primary School is committed to safeguarding children.

Applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.