Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Lift Schools; Swindon; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-academy trust is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) in Swindon to partner with teachers and improve student learning and independence. This role involves covering lessons, supporting teachers, and leading parts of lessons while managing Teaching Assistants. Candidates should possess a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent, along with excellent communication skills and resilience. The position offers generous benefits, including pension and lifestyle perks.

Benefits

Generous benefits including pension

Discounted gym memberships

Travel deals

Electric vehicle incentives

Qualifications

• Willingness to pursue relevant qualifications.
• Ability to manage challenging situations professionally.
• Calm demeanor when interacting with students.

Responsibilities

• Cover lessons as required.
• Support teachers with planning.
• Lead parts of lessons and manage TAs.
• Assist students as a Teaching Assistant.

Skills

Good communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Reflective practice

Resilience

Patience

Education

L3 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship or equivalent

Job description

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.

Responsibilities

• Cover lessons
• Support teachers through help with planning
• Lead parts of lessons
• Line manage TAs where applicable
• Support students as a Teaching Assistant

Qualifications

• L3 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship or equivalent or willingness to work towards this qualification
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Reflective practitioner, aware of personal strengths and areas for development
• Resilient when faced with challenging situations and able to manage these professionally
• Patient 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.

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.

Benefits

• 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

Application

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.

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

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 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.

Please don't wait until the role closes; we will be looking at applications as they come in and arranging interviews ASAP.