HLTA

Bishop Bewick Catholic Education Trust; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Sacred Heart Catholic Primary is seeking a dedicated HLTA to support teaching staff with lesson delivery and resource preparation. You will help deliver lessons on a whole-class and individual basis and provide pastoral support to pupils.

You will also contribute to evaluating progress and feeding back to the class teacher to ensure learning needs are met. The role is 24 hours per week over 3 days, term-time.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 GCSEs (4 grade or above) including English and Maths.
• HLTA qualification is desirable.
• Experience in Upper Key Stage 2 is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, preparation and delivery of lessons.
• Prepare resources and support learning activities.
• Provide pastoral support and feedback to the class teacher.
• Contribute to evaluating student progress and outcomes.

Skills

GCSEs

HLTA qualification

Upper Key Stage 2

Class supervision

Lesson provision

Empathy

Minibus driving

Education

Higher Level Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

# HLTAEmployer: Sacred Heart Catholic PrimaryLocation: Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and WearContract Type: PermanentHours: Part Time, Term TimeSalary: £33,673 - £36,581 - Act £18,755 - £20,374 pro rataPosted: 7th September 2026Expires: 25th September 2026 12:00 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1572608* Share :* PrintSacred Heart Catholic Primary currently have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated practitioner to join the team as a HLTA, supporting teaching staff with responsibility for the development and educational provision of learners.**Job overview**You’ll be responsible for assisting with planning, preparation and delivery of lesson provision, both on a whole-class and individual basis, preparing resources to support learning activities as well as ensuring pupils are supported pastorally. You’ll contribute to evaluating student progress and provide feedback to the class teacher to ensure all students’ learning needs are being met. 24hrs per week over 3 days but can be flexible for the correct candidate.**Job requirements*** A minimum of 3 GCSEs at 4 grade or above, including English and Maths* Higher Level Teaching Assistant qualification desirable* Experience in Upper Key Stage 2 essential* Experience of class supervision and assisting with lesson provision to achieve positive learning outcomes* Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work in tandem with teaching staff* Ability to be empathetic and understanding to the needs of students* Driving school minibus desirable**Why join us?**As a HLTA within Sacred Heart Catholic Primary, you’ll be able to build upon your existing skillset within a supportive environment, with professional development, training, and career progression opportunities available.### AttachmentsBBCET Notes to ApplicantsDiocesan Briefing Note on the Definition of Practising CatholicDiocesan Model Statement on Equal Opportunities in Catholic SchoolsPrivacy NoticeHLTA Job Description### Safeguarding Statement:Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.In accordance with the safeguarding vulnerable groups’ regime [2006] & the relevant Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) DfE guidance, **any offer of employment made will be conditional upon the results of checks from the Disclosure & Barring Service** (“the DBS”) and Teacher Services (regarding teacher prohibition/disqualification from working with children and young people).School roles give privileged access to vulnerable groups, therefore, **we require all applicants attending interview to disclose all spent convictions and cautions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975** unless it is a “protected” conviction/caution under the amendments made to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 (in 2013) and, therefore, not subject to disclosure.