Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Astrea Academy Trust; West of England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) position at The Meadow within a large, multicultural Church of England primary academy in Easton, Bristol. The role is part-time (32.5 hours weekly) and fixed-term until 31 August 2027.

The Meadow supports 12 pupils with EHCPs for autism or speech and language needs, within The Lighthouse Schools Partnership network. You will work as part of a friendly team, focusing on communication, learning activities, and safeguarding, in a diverse community with strong

Qualifications

• Strong communication and teamwork abilities in a school setting.
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
• Experience planning and delivering learning activities.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection principles.
• Holder of Level 2 qualifications or higher as a minimum.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in The Meadow resource base to achieve learning goals.
• Collaborate with teachers and other staff to deliver engaging activities.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive and safe learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

ASC understanding

Lesson planning

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 2 qualifications

Job description

Job profile for Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

location_on School / Office 0900 - Easton Academy

work_outline Basis Part Time

0900 - Easton Academy 28/09/2026

Job details

Salary JG6 SCP19-23 FTE £33,119.00 - £35,570.00

Contractual hours 32.5

Basis Part Time

Job type Support Staff - Educational

Job category Support Role - Education/Behavioural Support

Date posted 14/09/2026

Job reference LSP-S409

Attachments: HLTA JG6 for The Meadow .pdf

Job overview

HigherLevel TeachingAssistant

Hours: 32.5 hours per week

Contract: Fixed Term until 31 August 2027

Salary: JG6 SCP19-23 FTE £33,119.00 - £35,570.00

Actual Salary: £25,552.20 - £27,443,21

Start Date: As soon as possible

The Role

We are a large, multicultural and multi faith Church of England Primary Academy in Easton, within the city of Bristol and are part of the Lighthouse Schools Partnership (LSP)

This is an exciting opportunity for aHigher LevelTeaching Assistantto be part of a friendly, talented teamin our Resource Base(The Meadow)who are dedicated to improving outcomes for children in a school with a friendly and supportive ethos. You would be part of a team who are committed to supporting pupils and families to achieve their true potential in one of Bristol’s most vibrant and exciting communities.

You will need to be a strong communicator, good team player and interested in innovative approaches to learning and teaching.

The successful candidate will have:

• Understandingof the needs of children with Autism Spectrum Condition
• Experience of a range of ways of communicating with children who are non-verbal or are in theearly stagesof language development
• Experience of planning and delivering learning activities
• Uncompromisinglyhigh expectationsof themselves and all children and be able to engage children in fun and interesting ways
• Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding
• Understandingof the behavioural needs of children with ASC andhow to adapt and deliver support to meet individual needs
• Strong interpersonal skills
• A positive ‘can do’ attitude and nurturing nature
• Hold Level 2 qualifications as a minimum.

In return our friendly,engagingand exciting school can offer:

• A friendly and successful school
• A positive learning environment
• Supportive staff, governors,parentsand community
• Collaborative working within our Trust community
• Excellent CPD opportunities
• Access to wellbeing support
• 24-hour confidential helpline and counselling
• Healthcare cash plan
• Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle Scheme
• Discount retail platform with access to hundreds of discounts.

Our School

We are a large, thriving academy situated at the heart of the vibrant, multicultural community of Easton and our motto is 'Being different. Belonging together'. We welcome children and families of all faiths and those with none. We are pleased to have more than 30 languages spoken in the school and we welcome those who have recently arrived in the country. Our vision is for our diverse community to grow together, have fun together and excel in learning. Our school is committed to working closely with the local community and has strong links with the neighbouring Easton Family Centre and our partner Lighthouse Schools Partnership.

The Meadow

The Meadow is aResource Base supporting 12 pupils ranging from Year 1 to Year 3 who have an Education,Healthand Care Plan (EHCP) for a primary need of Autism or Speech Language and Communication. Our priority is to ensure that pupils in The Meadow receive a broad, balanced and rewarding curriculum that gives them the skills and the knowledge to excel in life and in their Education. The curriculum has been made in a way which will draw out and give priority to the most crucial aspects of the Early Years Foundation Stage and the National Curriculum to give our children knowledge and the means to reach their full potential and independence.

The Trust

The Lighthouse Schools Partnership (LSP) is a Multi-Academy Trust which has experienced rapid growth since it started in 2016. There are currently 33schools in the Trust.

The Lighthouse Schools Partnership is cross-phase and includes Infant, Junior, Primary and Secondary schools. The Trust is a mixed MAT and includes both non-denominational and Church of England schools.

We encourage you to browse our website for more information about the Trust: Lighthouse Schools Partnership - Home

Closing Date: 28 September 2026 at 9am

Interview Date: 2 October 2026

Early applications are encouraged. The school reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement, should theschoolbe able toidentifyan appropriate candidate.

Safeguarding Statement:

The Lighthouse Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all in its community to share this commitment. Suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. As part of the shortlisting process an online search will be carried out. All appointments will be subject to vetting, including an enhanced DBS check.

A copy of our Safeguarding Policy can be found on the Trust website.

We are also committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, particularly those from underrepresented groups.

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)