HLTA

Lightwater Village School; Lightwater; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Cluster collaboration opportunities

Job summary

Lightwater Village School is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant on a fixed-term basis to support learning across the school. You will help deliver planned lessons, assist pupils with diverse needs, and foster a safe, engaging classroom environment.

The role offers professional development and collaboration across GLF Schools, with a focus on high standards and inclusive education for 2–11 year olds.

Qualifications

• Hold GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above and an HLTA qualification or working towards it.
• Experience delivering lessons to whole classes and supporting learning.
• Strong organisational and planning skills with pupil records and resources.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning under the Headteacher, delivering planned lessons where appropriate.
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment.
• Contribute to safeguarding and collaborate with the cluster schools for development.

Skills

Lesson delivery

Behaviour management

Organisational skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

GCSE English and Maths (C or above)

HLTA qualification or working towards

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and inclusive team on a fixed-term basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across our schools, helping to shape the educational experience of our wonderful pupils. If you're passionate about making a difference and ready to bring your skills, energy, and creativity to a vibrant school community, we'd love to hear from you!

Your opportunity

Working under the direction of the Headteacher, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting children's learning, ensuring that every child has access to a high-quality, inclusive education. This role is ideal for someone who is confident delivering planned lessons, supporting children with a range of needs, and committed to fostering a safe, engaging and positive learning environment. As part of GLF Schools, you'll also benefit from opportunities for professional development and collaboration across a wider network of supportive professionals.

What we are looking for

• Hold relevant qualifications, including a good general education (GCSE English and Maths at Grade C or above) and a HLTA qualification (or working towards).
• Have experience delivering lessons to whole classes and supporting learning.
• Be skilled in adapting and delivering engaging learning strategies, managing behaviour effectively, and supporting pupils' emotional and academic development.
• Demonstrate strong organisational skills, including preparing resources, maintaining pupil records, and contributing to classroom planning.
• Show excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, working well with colleagues, children, and parents.
• Be motivated, flexible, and committed to maintaining high standards of professionalism and safeguarding.

About Lightwater Village Infant and Junior school

Our school stands at the heart of the village community of Lightwater. We offer an outstanding start to education for children from 2 to 11 years old, consistently achieving excellence, yet also engaging children in imaginative and exciting themes whereby learning comes alive.

Our School sits within a newly established cluster of schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Lightwater Village Infant and Junior School, our cluster includes the following other schools; Springfield, Cordwalles, Pine Ridge and Lorraine. This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.

The Details

Start Date: January 2027

Salary: £28,009 FTE

Pay Scale: GLF Specialist 1

Actual Salary: £18,406.65

Hours: 27.5hrs per week - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8.15am - 3.15pm and Wednesday 8.15am - 4.45pm (39 weeks per year)

Closing Date: Sunday 15th November at 11.59pm

Interview Date: TBC

Safeguarding Statement:

GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

As a Trust, we are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities. GLF Schools recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools and their communities. There is a shared commitment across the Trust to develop further a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are comfortable to express their own identity, should they wish, in which diversity and inclusion is of mutual benefit for everyone in our schools. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.

We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.

Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.