Higher Level Teaching Assistant

WMJobs; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Nurturing school community

Ofsted recognition

Job summary

Amblecote Primary School is seeking a proactive Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our nurturing school community. The post emphasises music alongside core HLTA duties and offers strong development within a supportive team.

The ideal candidate will hold HLTA status, have experience with primary-aged children, and demonstrate enthusiasm, creativity and commitment to inclusion and professional growth.

Qualifications

• HLTA status is required for the role.
• Experience working with primary-aged children is essential.
• Demonstrates excellent classroom practice and high expectations for all pupils.
• Commitment to inclusion and ensuring every child can thrive.
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Enthusiastic, creative and committed to PD.
• Passion for music and ability to inspire children musically.
• Ability to teach music across the primary age range; instrument playing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality learning experiences for individuals, groups and whole classes.
• Provide PPA cover and short-term teaching cover across the school.
• Lead targeted interventions to help pupils reach their potential.
• Use assessment to monitor progress and inform future learning.
• Provide pastoral support and support wellbeing.
• Collaborate with teachers and leaders to improve outcomes.
• Plan and deliver engaging music lessons across the school.
• Lead and develop music provision, including performances and enrichment.

Skills

HLTA status

Primary experience

Inclusion focus

Strong communication

Team player

Music passion

Creative teaching

Job description

Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council,

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Music Specialism Desirable

Grade: 7 (£23,055.31 - £25,575.01 actual annual salary)

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 30 hours per week / 39 weeks per annum

Start Date: As soon as possible / January 2027

Closing Date: Wednesday 30th September 2026

Join a School Where Pupils Flourish

Amblecote Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, talented and committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our successful and nurturing school community.

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional who is passionate about making a difference to children's lives.

We are particularly interested in candidates with a specialism, qualification or strong interest in Music, who can inspire our children through both curriculum and enrichment opportunities.

At Amblecote Primary School, we are incredibly proud of our recent Ofsted inspection (May 2026), which recognised the many strengths of our school. Inspectors described Amblecote as a place where "Pupils flourish", highlighting our inclusive culture, ambitious curriculum, strong behaviour and attendance, and the excellent pastoral support provided for every child. The report recognised that pupils feel "included, valued and listened to" and praised the warm relationships and sense of community that underpin success throughout the school.

About The Role

• Deliver high-quality learning experiences for individuals, groups and whole classes.
• Provide PPA cover and short-term teaching cover across the school.
• Lead targeted interventions that support pupils to achieve their full potential.
• Use assessment effectively to monitor progress and inform future learning.
• Provide pastoral support and contribute to pupils' personal development and wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and leaders to continually improve outcomes.
• Plan and deliver engaging music lessons across the school, promoting a love of music and helping pupils develop their musical knowledge, skills and confidence.
• Lead and further develop music provision across the school, including performances, enrichment activities, whole-school events and extracurricular opportunities.

We Are Looking for Someone Who

• Holds HLTA status.
• Has experience of working successfully with primary-aged children.
• Demonstrates excellent classroom practice and high expectations for all pupils.
• Is committed to inclusion and ensuring every child can thrive.
• Has excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Can work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Is enthusiastic, creative and committed to continuous professional development.
• Has a passion for music and the ability to inspire and engage children through high-quality musical experiences.
• Has the confidence and expertise to teach music across the primary age range.
• Can play at least one musical instrument, which would be a distinct advantage.

We Can Offer

• A school where children are happy, confident and eager to learn.
• Friendly, caring and motivated pupils who embody our values.
• A welcoming and highly supportive staff team.
• Strong and approachable leadership.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A vibrant and inclusive school community where everyone is valued.
• The opportunity to work in a school recognised by Ofsted for its nurturing ethos, ambitious curriculum and commitment to helping every child flourish.

Come and be part of a school where children flourish, staff are valued, and learning is brought to life.

Please visit our website, https://amblecote.sch.life/ to gain a valuable insight into our school community, curriculum, values and the opportunities we provide for our pupils.

Recruitment Process

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to participate in a lesson observation on Wednesday 7 October 2026.

Following this, candidates who are successful at the lesson observation stage will be invited to attend a formal interview on Thursday 8 October 2026.

We warmly welcome visits to the school, tours will take place with our Headteacher, Mrs Cook, on:

Thursday 17th September at 10.45am

Tuesday 22nd September at 3.45pm

For further information or to arrange a visit, please contact the school office on 01384 906535 or email Mrs Lisa Hall (School Business Manager) [e-mail]

We reserve the right to close vacancies before the advertised date if a large number of applications have been received.

Safeguarding

Amblecote Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all relevant pre-employment checks.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.

Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview.

N.B., We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications.

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Attached documents

Higher Level Teaching Assistant JD & PS Sept 26 .pdf