Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Teaching Vacancies; Yateley; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Newlands Primary School in the United Kingdom is seeking an enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our friendly team. We welcome applicants for both full-time and part-time roles and value dedicated professionals who can support learning across the primary age range.

The HLTA will cover classes across Reception to Year 6, lead targeted interventions, and work closely with teachers to ensure every child receives the support they need to succeed.

Qualifications

• Has completed an HLTA qualification, teaching qualification, or relevant equivalent experience.
• Experience of working within a primary school setting, leading whole-class learning as well as supporting small groups and individual pupils.
• Can engage, motivate and inspire children to develop a love of learning.
• Is a positive team player who enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues, pupils and families.

Responsibilities

• Covering classes across the primary age range to support release time and cover staff absence.
• Leading targeted interventions and booster groups to support pupil progress.
• Working alongside teachers and support staff to ensure all children receive the support they need to succeed.

Skills

Primary school experience

Student engagement

Team collaboration

Education

HLTA qualification

Teaching qualification

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you an enthusiastic and committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant who is passionate about making a difference to children's lives?

Newlands Primary School are seeking to appoint a talented and highly motivated HLTA to join our friendly and dedicated team. We are flexible and welcome applications from experienced HLTAs seeking either a full-time or part-time position.

The Role

This is a varied and rewarding role that will involve:

• Covering classes across the primary age range from Reception to Year 6 to support release time and cover staff absence.
• Leading targeted interventions and booster groups to support pupil progress.
• Working alongside teachers and support staff to ensure all children receive the support they need to succeed.

We are Looking for Someone who:

• Has completed an HLTA qualification, teaching qualification, or relevant equivalent experience.
• Has experience of working within a primary school setting, leading whole-class learning as well as supporting small groups and individual pupils.
• Can engage, motivate and inspire children to develop a love of learning.
• Is a positive team player who enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues, pupils and families.

What the school offers its staff

What We Offer:

At Newlands Primary School, you will join a team of skilled and supportive professionals who are committed to providing an inclusive, creative and ambitious education for every child.

• Friendly and enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.
• A supportive and dedicated staff team.
• Strong leadership and a welcoming school community.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A working environment built on belonging where the wellbeing of all staff is valued.

Closing date: Noon on Monday 16th November 2026

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.