Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Garth Hill College; Greater London; Hybride; GBP 31 000 - 33 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

The Pines School in Bracknell is seeking an enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a supportive team. The HLTA will work across classes under the PPA and leadership timetable, providing class cover when needed to release teachers for various duties.

The successful candidate will join a committed staff team at this vibrant 1-form entry primary with a Nursery and resource provision, using play-based EYFS/KS1 learning and OPAL during lunchtimes.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working with children in an educational setting and children with SEND is desirable
• Ability to provide tailored support for children under the guidance of our team
• Willingness to be flexible, no day will be the same
• Ability to work collaboratively with others
• Be calm, patient and empathetic
• Ability to work in a team

Responsabilités

• Teach classes on a regular basis as part of the PPA and leadership cover timetable
• Provide class cover to enable teachers to be released from class for various reasons
• Timetable and teaching commitments vary weekly and are overseen by the Deputy Head
• Use provided medium-term planning but produce some resources of your own
• Have your own PPA time to facilitate planning and preparation

Connaissances

Willing to learn

Flexible

Team player

Calm and empathetic

Description du poste

• Location: The Pines School, Hanworth Road, Bracknell
• Contract: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Part Time/Term Time
• Hours: 32.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday 8.30am to 3.30pm. Term time only plus 3 inset days..
• Closing Date: 06/11/2026 at 09:00
• Reference: Pri/26/347296

HLTA Job Vacancy October 2026

The Pines School is looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and committedHigher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our friendly hard working team. Our HLTAs work collaboratively with our teaching team, overseen by senior leaders, to provide high quality teaching and learning opportunities for whole classes across the school.

The Pines Primary School is a vibrant 1-form entry primary school with a Nursery and a 20-place specialist resource provision. We have children from a wide range of backgrounds and also have an above national % for pupils with SEND. We are proud of what we do to make a difference to the lives of children and their families. We use an approach of continuous provision in EYFS and KS1 as we believe in the importance of learning through play. We have also recently introduced OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) into our lunchtimes.

As an HLTA at The Pines, you would be responsible for teaching classes on a regular basis as part of our PPA and leadership cover timetable. You would also be expected to provide class cover to enable teachers to be released from class for a variety of reasons, including the possibility of covering short-term absences. For this reason, your timetable and teaching commitments would vary each week, overseen by the Deputy Head. You would be provided with medium term planning and learning expectations by teachers but would also be expected to use your own initiative and produce some resources of your own. You will have your own PPA time to facilitate this.

The successful candidate will join a team who are passionate about engaging and inspiring young people in their learning. You will need to be committed, have a sense of humour and have boundless energy.

We need a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant who:

• Is willing to learn. Previous experience of working with children in an educational setting and children with SEND is desirable
• Can provide tailored support for children under the guidance of our team, enabling children to access the curriculum
• Has a willingness to be flexible, no day will be the same
• Is able to work collaboratively with others
• Is calm, patient and empathetic
• Has the ability to work in a team

Our children would like someone who:

• Makes us feel safe and understands us
• Is kind, even if we make the wrong choices
• Has high expectations for us
• Who helps us to feel confident to take risks, to challenge ourselves and who believes we can achieve

We can offer you:

• Happy, motivated children who enjoy coming to school
• A caring, committed team of staff
• A commitment to professional development for all staff
• Supportive teams who work well together

School visits are encouraged. Please contact Mrs Evans, School Business Manager, should you require any further information and to arrange a [e-mail]

Permanent, Start date- As soon as possible

Bracknell Grade H: SCP15-SCP19 £31,015 - £33,119 FTE + London Weighting

At The Pines we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

Bracknell Forest Council – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Safeguarding Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children.

Equal Opportunities - We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Our aim is to treat all employees and prospective employees with integrity, respect and consideration.

Disability - We are a Disability Symbol User and as such have made a commitment to guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria of the person specification.

Pre–employment medical check - As a condition of the Offer of Employment, the successful applicant will be asked to complete an Occupational Health questionnaire form.

The purpose of the questionnaire is to assess whether you have any medical problems that may affect your ability to undertake the role. If necessary reasonable adjustments or modifications will be suggested to assist you in carrying out the duties of the job.

References - On your application form you will be asked to provide the names and addresses of two people who will provide a reference. At least one must be from your current employer, completed by a suitable person with appropriate authority. We take up references for all shortlisted candidates and wherever possible we like to apply for these prior to interview.

Employment - Any candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant criteria.