Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) at Barnsole Primary School

Swingate Primary School; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

CPD via Maritime Academy Trust

Job summary

Barnsole Primary School, part of the Maritime Academy Trust, is seeking a proactive Higher Level Teaching Assistant to support whole-class teaching and targeted interventions across the primary age range.

The role requires HLTA status (or equivalent) and a commitment to inclusive education, with opportunities to contribute to school life and CPD via the Maritime Academy Trust.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or equivalent qualification.
• Experience planning and delivering lessons across the primary age range.
• Strong ability to lead whole-class sessions and adapt to varied learners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality learning experiences, including whole-class lessons during teacher PPA.
• Support individual pupils and small groups to access the curriculum and make progress.
• Deliver targeted support in literacy, numeracy and other areas based on pupil need.
• Work with teachers to plan, assess, and adapt learning opportunities.
• Foster positive relationships with pupils to build confidence and independence.
• Support behaviour for learning and contribute to an inclusive classroom environment.
• Take an active role in wider school life and community.

Skills

HLTA status

Lesson planning

Whole-class delivery

Literacy interventions

Numeracy interventions

Collaboration

Inclusion

Education

HLTA qualification

Job description

About this Role

Join Barnsole Primary School as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Inspire. Support. Lead - make a difference every day

Hours: 32.5 hours per week
Contract: PermanentTime Time Only: 39 weeks per year
Start Date: 7th December 2026
Actual Salary: Grade C2 (Points 12 - 25) £22,418.71 - £28,505.66 Actual Salary

Are you passionate about helping children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally? Whether you're an experienced HLTA or ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you at Barnsole Primary School.

About The Role

Are you ready to make a real difference in children's lives? At Barnsole Primary School, part of the Maritime Academy Trust, we're looking for a passionate and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to support whole-class teaching, deliver targeted support, and help shape a positive, inclusive learning environment where every child can succeed.

As a HLTA, you'll play a key role in supporting pupil progress across the school. You will:

• Deliver high-quality learning experiences, including whole-class lessons during teacher PPA
• Support individual pupils and small groups to access the curriculum and make progress
• Deliver targeted support in literacy, numeracy and other areas based on pupil need
• Work closely with teachers to plan, assess, and adapt learning opportunities
• Foster positive relationships with pupils, helping them build confidence, independence and a love of learning
• Support behaviour for learning and contribute to a nurturing, inclusive classroom environment
• Take a proactive role in contributing to the wider life of the school community

Who You Are

You’ll be a confident, nurturing HLTA with a strong commitment to supporting children's progress and well-being. Whether leading learning during PPA cover or working with small groups, your enthusiasm, initiative, and flexibility will help bring learning to life.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Holds HLTA status (or equivalent qualification)
• Has experience planning and delivering lessons across the primary age range
• Can lead whole-class sessions and adapt to a variety of learners' needs
• Has a strong background in literacy and numeracy interventions
• Works collaboratively with colleagues and values inclusion and high expectations
• Brings energy, empathy, and resilience to every school day

What We Offer

Barnsole is a school where support staff are valued as key members of the team. We offer a progressive and supportive environment that encourages development, collaboration, and work-life balance.

Here’s what we offer:

• Supportive leadership and team culture, where your ideas and input make a real difference
• Opportunities to upskill, with access to CPD through Maritime Academy Trust's learning platforms
• Local Government Pension scheme & National terms & conditions
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme

Barnsole Primary School and the Maritime Academy Trust embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and online checks in line with safeguarding guidance.