Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

eTeach UK Limited; West of England; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

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Job summary

eTeach UK Limited is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) at Horfield School. The role involves providing PPA and other cover across the school, supporting teachers and pupils with energy, passion, and dedication.

The ideal candidate will be safeguarding-focused, committed to supporting disadvantaged and SEND learners, and capable of adapting to different year groups. A collaborative team player with strong behaviour management is essential.

Qualifications

• Be committed to safeguarding culture and ensure child wellbeing is a top priority.
• Be driven by a genuine passion to make a meaningful difference for all children.
• Champion disadvantaged and SEND learners.
• Thrive as part of a team, working collaboratively and supportively with colleagues.
• Flexible and pragmatic, able to adapt to teaching in different year groups.
• Demonstrate positivity and resilience, and celebrate achievements of pupils and staff.
• Build strong relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Strong behaviour management skills and uphold our behaviour curriculum.
• Be reflective and forward-thinking, with a genuine desire to learn and improve.

Responsibilities

• Provide cover for PPA and other regular cover across the school.
• Work alongside teachers to support lesson delivery and planning.
• Contribute to maintaining a safe and engaging learning environment for all pupils.

Skills

Safeguarding culture

Disadvantaged SEND support

Teamwork

Behaviour management

Adaptability

Positive attitude

Relationship building

Job description

Job Details

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Hours:35 hours per week Contract:Fixed Term until 31 August 2027 pending a staffing review Salary:JG5, SCP 12 - 19 (£28,598 - £32,061) Actual Salary: £23,761.37 - £26,638.69 Start Date:1 September 2026

The Role

We are excited to offer the opportunity for an exceptional HLTA to join our hard working and aspirational staff team. This role will involve working alongside our teachers to provide cover for PPA and other regular cover, across the school. We are looking for an HLTA who will bring energy, passion and dedication to our school.

Ideal Candidate

• Be committed to our safeguarding culture and ensure that each child's wellbeing is a top priority.
• Be driven by a genuine passion to make a meaningful difference in the lives of all children, supporting our vision of deeply rooted, flourishing together and reaching great heights.
• Hold high aspirations for every pupil, with a particular commitment to championing disadvantaged and SEND learners.
• Thrive as part of a team, working collaboratively and supportively with colleagues.
• Be flexible and pragmatic and be able to adapt to teaching in different year groups - sometimes at short notice.
• Demonstrate positivity and resilience, and take joy in celebrating the achievements of both pupils and staff.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Have strong behaviour management skills and a commitment to upholding our behaviour curriculum.
• Be reflective and forward-thinking, with a genuine desire to continually learn and improve.

What We Offer

• A welcoming, supportive staff team.
• Enthusiastic and respectful pupils.
• An engaged parent community.
• A well-planned, resourced curriculum with evidence-based teaching.
• A school that values staff wellbeing and manageable workloads.
• An inclusive, diverse, and caring church school community.
• CPD to support your professional growth.
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About the School

Our School Horfield is a two-form entry primary school looking to enhance their provision as they continue on their school development journey. We are looking forward to welcoming a new permanent head teacher in September who will join a warm and inclusive community striving to ensure every child reaches their full potential.

About the Trust

As part of the Lighthouse Schools' Partnership and one of 34 National English Hubs, we are proud to be working closely with Trust leaders on a clear and purposeful pedagogy, an engaging curriculum and high expectations for every member of our school community. The Trust invests in high-quality professional development for all staff, supporting them to grow and flourish as outstanding practitioners. At Horfield we care deeply about the success, wellbeing and development of both our pupils and our team. 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 34 schools 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

Additional Information

This role would suit an HLTA with whole class teaching experience or a practitioner with QTS who is looking to develop experience and gain excellent professional development opportunities. If you are a dedicated practitioner looking to be part of a supportive school where both staff and pupils are encouraged to be deeply rooted, flourish together and reach great heights, we would love to hear from you. You are also warmly encouraged to come and visit us - please call the school to book in for a visit. Early applications are encouraged. The school reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement, should the school be able to identify an appropriate candidate.