Higher Level Teaching Assistant in Resource Provision - Maternity cover

Hensingham Primary School; Whitehaven; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Hensingham Primary School is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join the Resource Provision supporting children with SEND. The role focuses on creating, organising and managing learning resources to meet pupils' needs and to support curriculum delivery.

Working Monday to Friday, 8.30-3.30, this fixed-term maternity cover starts on 01 October 2026. The successful candidate will work within a collaborative CET environment, contributing to high-quality education and

Qualifications

• HLTA status or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Experience working with high-need pupils (SEND).
• Ability to create and adapt educational materials effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver learning materials to engage students and support progress.
• Develop and manage educational resources to meet curriculum needs.
• Plan lessons and adapt materials for diverse needs including SEND.
• Support individuals or small groups to facilitate learning.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback for planning.
• Contribute to safeguarding policies and maintain a safe learning environment.
• Keep learning spaces organised and aligned with teaching plans.
• Collaborate with staff to identify resource needs and improvements.

Skills

HLTA experience

Experience with SEND

Educational materials adaptation

Curriculum knowledge

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Teamwork

Independent working

Education

HLTA status

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

• Hours of work: 8.30-3.30
• Working pattern: Monday - Friday
• Term weeks: 38 + 1 weeks school closure, minimum paid week 44.600
• FTC term: start date - 01.10.2026

As part of the Cumbria Education Trust our schools are led with a shared vision, honesty and purpose. CET is a growing multi-academy trust based in Cumbria; it is committed to creating outstanding, innovative and inspiring learning environments for our schools and their communities. The successful candidate will be joining CET at an exciting time, as we continue to build on our successes and move forward on our journey to establish ourselves as one of the highest performing MATs in the North of England.

Want to know more about our happy and thriving school? Why not visit our "Careers page"?

This post is a temporary role to cover maternity leave.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our school team, working within our Resource Provision supporting children with a range of SEND. The ideal candidate will support and deliver high-quality education through the effective creation, organisation, and management of learning resources tailored to our pupils' needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation and delivery of learning materials and resources to enhance student engagement and progress.
• Develop, organise, and manage educational resources to support curriculum requirements across different subjects.
• Planning lessons and adapting materials to meet the diverse needs of pupils, with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
• Work with small groups or individuals to provide targeted support and facilitate learning.
• Monitor and assess pupil progress, providing feedback to inform planning.
• Contribute to behaviour management and safeguarding policies, ensuring a supportive and safe learning environment.
• Maintain learning spaces ensuring materials are accessible, organised, and aligned with teaching plans.
• Collaborate with teaching and support staff to identify resource needs and opportunities for improvement.

Person Specification

• Proven experience as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant or similar role, preferably in resource provision.
• Experience of working with high need pupils.
• Ability to create and adapt educational materials effectively.
• Strong understanding of curriculum and different learning needs.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., HLTA status, Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification).

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to make a real difference in our pupils’ learning journey.
• Supportive and collaborative school environment.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

The successful candidate will be joining our team at an exciting time, as we continue to build on our recent successes and move forward on our journey to establish ourselves as one of the highest performing schools in our local area.

Cumbria Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS disclosure and Barred List checks are required for this post. You should not apply if you are on the Children’s Barred List. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, online searches are carried out on successful candidates.