HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT (HLTA)

Lancashire County Council; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fantastic children who are eager to学习

Welcoming, supportive staff

Staff wellbeing & professional dev’t

Make a genuine difference to children

Job summary

Manor Beach Primary School in Thornton Cleveleys is seeking a dedicated HLTA to provide high-quality PPA cover across EYFS/KS1/KS2 and to support pupils, teachers and the wider life of the school.

The role is 32.5 hours per week, full-time equivalent for a fixed-term contract until 21 July 2027, with a salary band of £32,061–£36,363. HLTA status or equivalent experience is required and experience in a primary school is essential.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent.
• Level 2 English/Literacy and Mathematics/Numeracy.
• HLTA status or equivalent is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging learning activities and lessons during teachers' PPA time across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.
• Support pupils to achieve their full potential academically, socially and emotionally.
• Promote high standards of behaviour, attendance and learning.
• Adapt learning to meet the needs of all pupils, including those with SEND and disadvantaged pupils.
• Deliver targeted interventions and small group support where required.
• Contribute to the school's inclusive and nurturing ethos.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, parents and external agencies.
• Uphold safeguarding and pupil welfare.

Skills

Excellent communication

Behaviour management

Whole-class learning

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Level 2 English/Literacy & Maths/Numeracy

NVQ Level 4 or HLTA status (desirable)

Job description

Location Thornton Cleveleys Manor Beach Primary School, Manor Drive, Thornton Cleveleys, Lancashire, FY5 1EU

Tel: [phone]

School website: manorbeachprimary.co.uk

Summary Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Grade 7 - £32,061 - £36,363 (Pro-rata)

Full-time – 32.5hours

Fixed term contract

End date: 21st July 2027

Responsible to: Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team

Purpose of the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic, caring and flexible HLTA to join our friendly and supportive team at Manor Beach Primary School. The successful candidate will primarily provide high-quality PPA cover across the school, whilst supporting pupils, teachers and the wider life of the school.

Main Duties

• Deliver engaging learning activities and lessons across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 during teachers' PPA time.
• Support pupils to achieve their full potential academically, socially and emotionally.
• Promote high standards of behaviour, attendance and learning.
• Adapt learning to meet the needs of all pupils, including those with SEND and disadvantaged pupils.
• Deliver targeted interventions and small group support where required.
• Contribute positively to the school's inclusive and nurturing ethos.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, parents and external agencies.
• Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and pupil welfare.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Has HLTA status or equivalent experience.
• Has experience of working successfully in a primary school.
• Can confidently lead whole-class learning.
• Has excellent communication and behaviour management skills.
• Is passionate about helping children succeed.
• Is comfortable teaching maths throughout school
• Works well as part of a team and is willing to contribute to school life.
• Shares our commitment to inclusion, high expectations and ensuring every child can thrive.

What Manor Beach Offers

• Fantastic children who are eager to learn.
• A welcoming, supportive and dedicated staff team.
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to children's lives every day.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

This position is part time, term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro –rata basis.

Essential Qualifications

• Recognised and relevant NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent.
• Level 2 or equivalent qualification in English/Literacy and Mathematics/Numeracy

Desirable Qualifications

• NVQ level 4 qualification or equivalent
• HLTA status

Essential Experience

• Experience of working with children aged 3-11 years
• Experience of working in a classroom environment
• Experience of supporting pupils with a range of needs

Desirable Experience

• Experience of working with children in an outdoor environment
• Experience of Administrative work
• Staff management experience

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community Rehabilitation Rehabilitation

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all people in terms of recruitment, selection and employment, and is a Disability Confident employer, which means that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria in the person specification will be interviewed. However, commitment to this standard is on an individual school basis and, therefore, if you are applying for a position within a school, you will need to check with the school whether they have made the decision to comply with this standard.

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.