Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council; Amblecote; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

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

Qualifications

• 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.

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 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.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Enthusiastic

Creative

Professional development

Education

HLTA status

Job description

The successful candidate will:

• 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., 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.

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

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.

• 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.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 Dudley Council

It's an incredibly exciting time to work in Dudley Council as we embark on numerous multi-million pound regeneration schemes which will be real game-changers for the borough. In addition to the exciting schemes such as the Midland Metro we also have the ongoing and very serious challenges of ensuring vulnerable people across the borough receive the services they deserve. At Dudley Council we have a 'one council' ethos that builds an effective and dynamic organisation which grows the economy and creates jobs, creating a cleaner and greener place and supports stronger and safer communities. We are rightly proud to be the historic capital of the Black Country and, working with our partners, Dudley Council is also committed to looking forward and helping to deliver our borough vision of 'Forge a Future for all' www.dudleyboroughvision2030.org.uk We ensure communities influence council decisions and are committed to delivering services in partnership with communities. We provide flexible and responsive service in partnership and help communities help themselves.

In joining a local authority that:

• is ready to embrace change, providing an environment in which you will be encouraged to make your mark
• is aware of its key challenges and the need for a new energy to innovate the council, in order to find cost effective ways of delivering services
• has aligned its political and managerial leadership structures and is committed to protecting, securing and transforming the lives of children, families, the vulnerable and older people
• wants borough residents to have their say through our community forums
• dedicates time to meaningful consultation and listen to the views of our residents
• is working with the community to encourage active involvement of our residents