HLTA

eTeach UK Limited; West of England; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in England seeks a part-time Higher Level Teaching Assistant for Blackhorse Primary School. You will support pupil learning and development, work closely with teachers and staff, and assist pupils with special educational needs. This fixed-term role offers an opportunity to contribute to a progressive team focused on educational excellence. Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience, alongside a supportive working environment aimed at professional growth.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Employee Wellbeing support

Generous pension packages

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experienced HLTA or recently qualified Early Career Teacher (ECT) preferred.
• Ability to support pupils with special educational needs (SEND).
• Flexibility to teach across various year groups.

Responsibilities

• Support high-quality universal provision for effective learning.
• Collaborate with teachers and the SENCO.
• Assist in the educational development of all pupils.
• Teach across the primary phase and support interventions.
• Promote pupil independence and resilience.
• Maintain accurate pupil progress records.

Skills

Ability to support pupils' learning

Collaboration with teachers

Record keeping and assessment

Fluency in spoken English

Education

Early Career Teacher qualification

Job description

Join our Team as a part-time Higher Level Teaching Assistant at Blackhorse Primary School in Emerson's Green!

Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary: Grade 8, £32,597 – £35,412 FTE per annum (Actual Salary based on weeks worked and hours: £24,627.80 – £26,754.60 per annum)
Contract: Fixed Term until 31/08/2026, subject to a review of the school’s budget
Hours: 32.5 per week (Monday to Friday), term time only, including INSET days (39 weeks)
Closing date for applications: 09/01/2026
Interviews scheduled: 16/01/2026

The Role:

We are excited to invite a dedicated HLTA to join our dynamic team at Blackhorse Primary School. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HLTA or a recently qualified Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking to gain valuable classroom experience in a supportive and effective primary setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support high-quality universal provision, helping all pupils access learning effectively.
• Work flexibly across all year groups, collaborating closely with teachers and the SENCO.
• Assist in the educational, personal, and social development of pupils, including those with SEND.
• Teach across the primary phase and support small group or one-to-one interventions.
• Promote pupil independence, confidence, and resilience to help them flourish.
• Maintain accurate records and assess pupil progress.

Please refer to the candidate information pack for further information about this role.

Fluency Duty

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to converse at ease with pupils, parents and other users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

The School and Trust:

Blackhorse Primary School is a proud member of The Leaf Trust, a family comprising 14 schools (12 primary, 1 junior, and 1 infant school), all united in our common goal of creating outstanding learning environments deeply rooted in our local communities. We firmly believe in the transformative potential of education to enrich lives and foster joy.

With a steadfast commitment to ongoing development and meaningful experiences, we nurture personal growth and pave the way for success in every aspect of life. Central to our ethos is collaboration; as a family of schools, we actively promote the exchange of ideas and mutual support among our staff, fostering a culture of shared learning and collective advancement.

We encourage you to browse our respective websites for more information about Blackhorse Primary School and The Leaf Trust.

We can offer you:

• A Great Working Environment: Experience a supportive and motivating workplace with a dedicated and hard‑working staff team.
• Professional Growth: We are committed to staff development and offer excellent CPD opportunities. Staff can also take advantage of various apprenticeship opportunities.
• Pathways for Progression: As part of a network of 14 schools, you'll find numerous opportunities for career advancement and the chance to take on exciting new challenges.
• Employee Wellbeing: Our staff’s opinion matters to us, which is why we conduct an annual staff survey to ensure their voice is heard. Additionally, our Wellbeing Committees support staff in the workplace. Support staff benefit from generous leave entitlement.
• Financial Benefits: We value our staff and offer excellent pension packages for both teaching and support staff. Additionally we provide a Cycle to Work Scheme and a discount retail platform to help you save money on various purchases.

School Visits

If you would like a visit to the Resource Base please contact the school office.

How to Apply

All applicants are advised to refer to the candidate information pack, which includes the job description and specification, before submitting an application. If you feel that your skills and experience match the requirements of this post then please submit an Application Form outlining reasons for applying and suitability for the role. In order to do so, please click the ‘Apply Now’ button. Please be advised, in accordance with our Safeguarding Policy, we do not accept CV’s.

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