Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Castleford Three Lane Ends Academy; Whitwood; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Career progression

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Castleford Three Lane Ends Academy in Whitwood is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our dynamic primary school team. You will support learning across the school, work with teachers and colleagues to inspire pupils and raise attainment.

We are looking for someone with HLTA status or an equivalent qualification, who can deliver high-quality learning activities, assess pupil progress, and contribute to safeguarding and a positive, inclusive school community.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or equivalent qualification.
• Recent experience in a primary school.
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills.
• Excellent communication with pupils and colleagues.
• Ability to inspire and engage learners.
• Shows initiative and flexibility.
• Committed to safeguarding and welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging activities for individuals, groups and whole classes.
• Lead whole-class learning in the absence of the class teacher.
• Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development.
• Collaborate to assess and report pupil progress.
• Deliver targeted interventions to boost progress.
• Support inclusion and engagement of pupils with additional needs.
• Contribute to wider life and community of the school.

Skills

HLTA status

Primary school

Literacy

Numeracy

Communication

Engaging learners

Initiative

Team player

Safeguarding

Education

HLTA or equivalent qualification

Job description

Are you an experienced and enthusiastic teaching professional who is passionate about helping every child thrive?

We are looking for a committed and motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play an important role in supporting teaching and learning, working alongside colleagues to inspire pupils, raise achievement and create positive learning experiences.

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and colleagues to support high-quality learning across the school. Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning, preparing and delivering engaging learning activities for individuals, groups and whole classes.
• Leading whole-class learning in the absence of the class teacher.
• Supporting pupils to achieve their academic, social and emotional potential.
• Working collaboratively with teachers to assess, monitor and report on pupil progress.
• Delivering targeted interventions to help pupils make strong progress.
• Supporting the inclusion and engagement of pupils with additional learning needs.
• Playing an active role in the wider life and community of the school.

About You

We are looking for someone who is passionate about making a difference and who can build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues. You will:

• Hold HLTA status, or have an equivalent qualification and relevant experience.
• Have recent experience of working within a primary school setting.
• Demonstrate strong literacy, numeracy and communication skills.
• Be confident in inspiring, motivating and engaging young learners.
• Show initiative, flexibility and a commitment to high standards.
• Be a collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

What We Can Offer

Joining our school means becoming part of a welcoming and supportive community. We can offer:

• Friendly, supportive and committed colleagues.
• Enthusiastic pupils who are keen to learn.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A positive, inclusive and collaborative working environment.
• Access to a range of employee wellbeing initiatives.