Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary education partnership based in Wolverhampton is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant for Merridale Primary School. The role involves planning and delivering quality learning for students across various age groups. Ideal candidates will have HLTA status, experience in primary settings, and a commitment to fostering a positive educational environment. This is an opportunity to contribute to a school recognized for its inclusive practices and supportive staff.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive and friendly staff

Nurturing school environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a primary school setting, particularly with EYFS, KS1 and KS2.
• Strong understanding of the primary curriculum.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess high-quality learning across the primary curriculum.
• Provide feedback to class teachers.
• Manage support staff in the classes taught.

Skills

Effective behaviour management strategies

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Positive and proactive approach

Education

HLTA status or equivalent qualification

Experience in primary school setting

Job description

31.25 hours per week.

The Wulfruna Partnership are seeking to appoint an experienced, passionate and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join Merridale Primary School’s team.

The Wulfruna Partnership Mission and Vision:

• The Wulfruna Partnership is committed to operating in areas facing socio-economic disadvantage. In these communities, a high-quality education is not only pivotal to the future success of the children we serve but a fundamental right for ALL children.
• WHY WE EXIST - Our mission is to challenge the existing norms and empower our teachers and leaders to focus solely on providing an exceptional education for every child. Through an engaging and ambitious curriculum, supported by excellent teaching, we aim to create an environment where all children learn and thrive.
• WHERE WE WANT TO BE - Our vision extends beyond individual schools. We strive to maximise support, foster growth through our strong collective identity. The autonomy of our values lies at the core of our ethos, ensuring that our schools collectively become the bedrock of our success and central improvement is responsive to the needs of each individual school.

About Merridale Primary School:

Merridale Primary School is a vibrant and inclusive primary school dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for our students. We are committed to fostering a love of learning and ensuring every child reaches their full potential.

We are looking for someone who is committed to our students and school community and shares in the aims and ethos of our one-form entry, popular and friendly school where every child is safe, valued and respected. Merridale Primary was graded “good” by Ofsted in 2024.

Merridale has a strong and shared commitment to achieve excellence and improve life outcomes for all pupils.

Our school aims are:

• to ensure everyone in the school has the opportunity to maximise their full potential
• to provide every child with the highest quality teaching and learning opportunities
• to provide a welcoming, safe and happy school environment
• to provide role models who promote positive values to prepare children for life in modern Britain
• to provide an exciting, engaging and effective curriculum
• to celebrate the cultural diversity of the school and local community
• for parents, carers and families to be partners in learning.

You will:

• work closely with class teachers, support staff, and the school’s leadership team to plan, deliver, and assess high-quality learning across the primary curriculum (EYFS, KS1 and KS2)
• provide feedback to class teachers
• manage and direct support staff in the classes taught
• provide planned and emergency cover across the school

We are looking for a candidate who has:

• HLTA status or equivalent qualification
• previous experience working in a primary school setting, particularly within EYFS, KS1 and KS2
• a strong understanding of the primary curriculum and effective behaviour management strategies
• experience of supporting pupils with SEND/EAL needs across different year groups
• the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• excellent communication and organisational skills
• a positive, proactive, and nurturing approach.

Merridale Primary School has:

• enthusiastic and inquisitive children who love to learn
• skilled, supportive, friendly and dedicated staff who work hard to ensure the best outcomes for our children
• a happy, safe and stimulating school environment with extensive outdoor learning areas, including Forest School
• well-resourced classrooms and facilities
• opportunities for professional development
• a culturally diverse school community: we have children and families with a wide range of abilities, rich cultural backgrounds and religions
• a broad and balanced curriculum which offers children many opportunities they may not otherwise experience
• a friendly, family-centred approach that believes in developing strong partnerships with parents, carers and the local community

Merridale provides dedicated Planning, Preparation and Assessment release time each week for HLTAs.

To gain an insight into Merridale Primary School, please visit our website: https://www.merridaleprimary.co.uk/

Candidates who wish to be considered for the role are strongly encouraged to visit the school.

To arrange a visit, candidates should contact the school office on 01902 558760 or e-mail [e-mail]

The Wulfruna Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to necessary pre-employment checks, including: an enhanced DBS, Prohibition List, Barred List, Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work. All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

It is also subject to, where applicable, an overseas check on staff who have lived or worked overseas for a period of 3 months or more.

If you meet the requirements of the job description and person specification and feel that you can make a positive difference to our children and schools, then please apply with a personal statement that details why you want to be a HLTA for The Wulfruna Partnership and the skills, knowledge, experience and attributes you possess that will ensure that you can continue to raise standards for our pupils.

Interviews w/c: Monday 3 November, 2025

To apply, visithttps://www.wolverhampton.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/jobs-in-schools/Higher-Level-Teaching-Assistant-%28HLTA%29-Merridale-Primary-School-The-Wulfruna-Partnership