Higher-level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Smile Education; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming primary school in Wolverhampton. This full-time role offers a fantastic opportunity to deliver engaging lessons in Nursery, with support from experienced staff. Ideal for passionate HLTAs or recently qualified ECTs looking to build relationships in a supportive environment. Enjoy competitive pay rates and long-term stability while making a difference in children's learning and development. If you're enthusiastic about education, we'd love to hear from you!

Benefits

Competitive Pay Rates

Dedicated Support from Consultants

Well-Resourced School Environment

Qualifications

• Hold HLTA qualification or QTS (or equivalent experience).
• Previous experience delivering lessons to primary pupils.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality lessons to a Nursery class.
• Assist with intervention groups, ensuring tailored support for pupils.

Skills

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Behaviour Management

Early Years Education

Education

HLTA Qualification

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - ECTs encouraged to apply!
Location: Wolverhampton, WV6
Start Date:September 2025
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term

Smile Education is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a welcoming primary school in Wolverhampton. This is a fantastic opportunity to deliver engaging lessonsin Nursery with support from an experienced Nursery Teaching Assistant in a long-term role which will be ongoing. This is a great opportunity for experienced HLTAs with a passion for Early Years or for a recently qualified ECT looking to build relationships with a brilliant local school before moving to their first teaching role.

About the Role:

• Deliver high-quality lessons to a Nursery class, covering planned teacher absences.
• Work closely with the teaching staff to support learning and classroom management.
• Assist with intervention groups, ensuring pupils receive tailored support.
• Maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Full-time position with a September start.

About You:

• Hold HLTA qualification or QTS (or equivalent experience).
• Previous experience delivering lessons to primarypupils.
• Confident in leading a classroom independently.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
• Passionate about supporting children’s learning and development.

Why Join Smile Education?

• Competitive pay rates and long-term stability.
• Dedicated support from our experienced education consultants.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive and well-resourced school environment.

If you’re an enthusiastic HLTA ready to make a difference across all year groups in the school, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now or contact Smile Education for more details.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.