Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Tamworth

Justteachers Ltd; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Tamworth. You will support learning across the primary age range, plan and deliver activities, and lead whole classes during planned teacher absence.

The successful HLTA will have HLTA status or Level 3, strong literacy, numeracy and ICT skills, excellent classroom management, and the ability to work collaboratively with staff to raise attainment and pupil confidence.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or Level 3 qualification with substantial experience in a UK primary school.
• Experience planning and delivering learning activities and confidently leading whole classes.
• Strong knowledge of the primary curriculum, with secure literacy, numeracy and ICT skills.
• Excellent classroom management, communication and organisational skills, with a positive and adaptable approach.
• Two relevant references, ideally from educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging learning activities for individuals, groups and whole classes under agreed teacher supervision.
• Lead classes during planned teacher absence, maintaining clear routines, positive behaviour and an effective learning environment.
• Provide targeted support and interventions in areas such as literacy, phonics and numeracy to help pupils make progress.
• Assess, record and report on pupils’ learning, using observations and outcomes to inform future planning and support.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff, contributing to resource preparation and helping pupils develop confidence and independence.

Skills

Literacy

Numeracy

ICT skills

Classroom management

Communication

Organisational skills

Collaboration

Education

HLTA status or Level 3 qualification

Job description

About the role:

Justteachers is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Tamworth. This is a rewarding opportunity for a confident practitioner to take on increased classroom responsibility, deliver high-quality learning activities and support pupils’ academic, social and personal development.

You will work closely with teachers to plan, prepare and deliver learning across the primary age range, including leading whole classes during planned teacher absence. The school offers a nurturing and inclusive environment, with a collaborative team focused on high expectations, positive relationships and excellent outcomes for every child.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging learning activities for individuals, groups and whole classes under agreed teacher supervision.
• Lead classes during planned teacher absence, maintaining clear routines, positive behaviour and an effective learning environment.
• Provide targeted support and interventions in areas such as literacy, phonics and numeracy to help pupils make progress.
• Assess, record and report on pupils’ learning, using observations and outcomes to inform future planning and support.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff, contributing to resource preparation and helping pupils develop confidence and independence.

Pre-requisites:

• HLTA status or a relevant Level 3 qualification, supported by substantial experience in a UK primary school.
• Experience planning and delivering learning activities and confidently leading whole classes.
• Strong knowledge of the primary curriculum, with secure literacy, numeracy and ICT skills.
• Excellent classroom management, communication and organisational skills, with a positive and adaptable approach.
• Two relevant references, ideally from educational settings.