HLTA

Academics; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time role

Long-term position

September start

Job summary

Academics is seeking a confident Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a welcoming primary school in Sittingbourne from September 2026. You will work across KS1 and KS2, supporting pupils, delivering planned lessons in the teacher's absence, and helping to create a positive learning environment.

The successful candidate will have HLTA or TA experience in a primary setting, strong communication and behaviour management skills, and a proactive approach to supporting staff and children.

Qualifications

• HLTA or TA experience in a primary setting.
• Experience supporting pupils across KS1 and KS2.
• Confident delivering lessons and leading whole-class activities.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across KS1/KS2 and deliver planned lessons when the teacher is absent.
• Help to create a positive, engaging learning environment.
• Assist with behaviour management and classroom routines.

Skills

HLTA experience

KS1 & KS2 experience

Lesson delivery

Behaviour management

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - KS1 & KS2

Location: Sittingbourne, Kent
Start Date: September 2026
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

Are you an experienced HLTA or an accomplished Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity? We are seeking a confident and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Sittingbourne from September.

Working across both Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, you will play a key role in supporting pupils' learning, delivering planned lessons in the teacher's absence, and helping to create a positive and engaging learning environment.

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience working as an HLTA or in a similar role within a primary school.
• Experience supporting pupils across KS1 and KS2.
• Confidence delivering lessons and leading whole-class learning when required.
• Excellent communication and behaviour management skills.
• A positive, flexible, and proactive approach to supporting children and staff.

What we offer:

• A full-time, long-term position with a September start.
• Standard school hours (8:30am - 3:30pm).
• A supportive and friendly school environment.
• The opportunity to make a real difference in the education and development of primary-aged children.