Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Oldham Council; Oldham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Oldham Council is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant for Mayfield Primary School. The role involves delivering lessons, supporting students with additional needs, and being an integral part of a collaborative team focused on nurturing and inclusion. The ideal candidate will have a HLTA qualification and a passion for improving children's educational experiences.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

LGPS career average pension scheme

Supportive team environment

Strong community focus

Qualifications

• Experienced in leading learning across EYFS, KS1, KS2.
• Calm and consistent presence, especially for children needing extra support.
• Flexible and reliable team player.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality lessons during teacher PPA time.
• Build strong relationships with students across all year groups.
• Support students with SEMH and additional needs respectfully.

Skills

Behaviour support

Emotional regulation

Teamwork

Education

Qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

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22.06.2025

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06.08.2025

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Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Permanent

Grade 6, SCP 23-27, £33,366 to £37,035 (Full time, full year equivalent)

Actual Salary £26,110 to £29,900 (Pay award pending)

Mayfield Primary School are looking to appoint an inspirational and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to be part of our support staff team and wider Mayfield and Cranmer family.

This is a wonderful opportunity to be part of a talented and committed staff in a growing school.

As a HLTA you will be working with the class teachers, SENDCO and other members of staff to provide curriculum support and interventions for our children.

The role includes:

• Delivering high-quality lessons across the school during teacher PPA time (planning provided).
• Building strong, positive relationships with children in all year groups.
• Using effective, trauma-informed behaviour strategies to support individuals and classes.
• Working as part of our developing approach to nurture, inclusion and emotional regulation.
• Being a calm, consistent presence across the school especially for children who need it most.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is a qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) with experience leading learning across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.
• Has a strength in behaviour support and a calm, consistent approach.
• Understands how to support children with SEMH and additional needs in a respectful, inclusive way.
• Is flexible, reliable, and able to adapt to the needs of different classes and situations.
• Works well as part of a team and shares ideas to improve provision.
• Is passionate about making a difference especially for children who need extra support to succeed.
• Working for Mayfield Primary School means that you would be part of the Cranmer Education Trust, a successful, growing Trust which prides itself on looking after its people, offering a high level of support and access to expertise. This is an excellent time to join the team, as we develop collaborative structures and systems to enhance and support our growing family of schools.

Alongside Mayfield, the Trust is made up of primary and secondary schools across Oldham and Rochdale. The Trust also incorporates a teacher training school and the East Manchester Teaching Hub and a MFL hub, which support the training and development of new and existing teachers across the North West of England. For further details please visit https://careers.cranmereducationtrust.com/.

This position will be based at Mayfield Primary, Oldham, but may from time to time require travel as necessary to collaborate with other schools which are all locally based.

We offer:

• A strong school community within an expanding school, that places children, families and staff at the heart of everything we do
• A supportive team who will work with and alongside you to achieve the very best
• Opportunities for professional development in a growing Trust
• LGPS career average pension scheme including life insurance and dependent's pension
• Central Oldham location close to good transport networks

Mayfield is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Cranmer Education Trust follows safer recruitment practices. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and appointment is therefore subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service.

For further information please refer to:

The Cranmer Education Trust’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy Trust Policies | Cranmer Education Trust

The Trust’s statement on the employment of ex-offenders, in the vacancy Supporting Documents section.

The job description and person specification for further information regarding the safeguarding responsibilities of the role.

Follow the link Cranmer Education Trust - Careers site to apply for this vacancy. Please note CVs are not accepted.

Closing Date: Monday 23rd June 2025 at 9am