Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Welland Academy; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a committed and talented Higher Level Teaching Assistant in Peterborough. The role involves supporting primary-age children and assisting teachers in delivering lessons. Candidates should have experience as an HLTA and a proactive approach to meet children's needs. The academy offers a supportive environment with a commitment to staff development and community values. This is a term-time role, 37 hours per week, with a pro rata salary.

Benefits

Commitment to professional development

Supportive team environment

Inclusive school environment

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children across the primary age range.
• Commitment to professional development and learning.
• High expectations for personal performance.

Responsibilities

• Support children in achieving their full potential.
• Assist the teacher within the classroom.
• Teach lessons when covering for teachers.

Skills

Experience being an HLTA

Lesson delivery

Planning learning sequences

Use of initiative

Team player

Job description

HLTA

Closing date: 22/2/2026

We are seeking to appoint a committed and talented Higher Level Teaching Assistant to work at our school.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated HLTA, who has experience of working with children across the primary age range. As an HLTA you will be supporting the children to achieve their full potential through assisting the teacher within the classroom and also teaching lessons when covering teachers.

The ideal candidate will

• Have experience being an HLTA and delivering lessons to children across the primary age range
• Have experience of planning sequences of learning using resources and support provided.
• Use their initiative to ensure children’s needs are met.
• Have high expectations of themselves, striving for the best in everything they do.
• Be an enthusiastic, committed and ambitious team player; open to learning and professional development.

We can offer you:

• An inclusive school with a good reputation for developing well rounded, caring children who feel safe and valued whatever their skills and abilities.
• A caring and motivated team of staff who help and support each other.
• Happy, confident children who enjoy being at school.
• A vibrant, warm, friendly working environment.
• A commitment to professional development through the Greenwood Academies Learning Alliance.

The academy is part of the Greenwood Academies Trust (GAT). All GAT academies work collaboratively to share best practice and are supported by the expertise within the Central Team to enable them to focus on teaching and learning.

The staff, pupils and facilities at this academy make it a great place to work. Visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged; please contact Rachel Dawkins, Office Administrator, on 01733 563180 or email [e-mail].

The role is for 37 hours a week, term time only therefore this is reflected in the pro rata salary.