HLTA

Hartsholme Academy; Wollaton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartsholme Academy in Lincoln is seeking a HLTA to provide targeted support to pupils, enabling access to the curriculum and active participation in school life.

You will work with individuals or small groups, plan engaging activities, monitor progress, and uphold safeguarding policies while contributing to our inclusive, supportive community.

Qualifications

• Completed DFE Teaching Assistants Induction Programme or NVQ 2 (or equivalent)
• Experience in educational settings and lesson planning
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver learning activities for individuals or groups
• Support pupils to access the curriculum and participate in school life
• Monitor, record and report on pupil progress and provide guidance
• Adhere to safeguarding policies and reporting concerns
• Build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues

Skills

Active listening

Verbal communication

Organisational skills

Education

DFE Teaching Assistants Induction Programme

NVQ 2 for Teaching Assistants

GCSE English and Maths (C or equivalent)

Job description

HLTA - Hartsholme Academy, Lincoln

Why Join Hartsholme Academy?

Our School is far more than just classrooms—it is a special place brought to life by our talented staff and incredible children. Beyond the direct impact you will have on a child's life, you will join a supportive Trust that prioritises your professional development. We offer a welcoming, inclusive culture where you are known as an individual and a learner yourself.

At Hartsholme Academy, we strive to ensure every pupil achieves their full potential through a stimulating, global curriculum, underpinned by a relentless commitment to pastoral care and the belief that our door is always open. More than just a fabulous building, If you are passionate about inspiring young minds in an environment that is as supportive as it is dynamic, we invite you to join our team—come and take a look for yourself!

Job title: HLTA

Contract: 32.5 hrs per week, Term Time plus 5 days - Fixed term until 31st August 2027

Salary Scale: Scale 5, Pts 12-15 (£29,542 -£32,046) FTE

Actual Pro-Rata: £22,290 - £24,180

Interview date: To be confirmed

Start date: ASAP

What does a HLTA Teaching Assistant do?

In a nutshell, you will be working closely with an individual pupil or groups of pupils to provide dedicated support, ensuring they can fully access the curriculum and participate in school life. Your role is about more than just academic help; it is about building a secure, trusting relationship that empowers the children.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare and deliver a specific range of learning activities for individual and groups or whole classes that is appropriate to the children’s educational, intellectual, social, emotional, cultural and physical needs.
• Ensure that learning activities are conducted in a positive atmosphere, pupil contributions are recognised and supported and planned learning objectives are achieved.
• Support and assist pupils with social integration, advice on strategies to deal with problems and encourage pupils to work cooperatively with others and engage in learning activities.
• Monitor and assess individual and groups of pupil performance against agreed educational, intellectual, social, emotional, cultural and physical objectives, record and report achievement and provide the necessary help, advice and information and guidance to support development.
• Adhering to all school Safeguarding Policies and reporting concerns through the appropriate channels.

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking a patient, kind, and organised individual who shares our belief in education that goes well beyond the academic. We are looking for someone with:

• Qualifications: Completion of DFE Teaching Assistants Induction Programme, NVQ 2 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualification or experience .GCSE grade C or equivalent in English and Maths
• Experience: Significant experience of working in an educational setting with practical experience in the delivery of the curriculum and the composition of a lesson plan(s). Knowledge and experience of a wide range of strategies/techniques to assist pupils
• Skills: Ability to plan, organise and coordinate learning support services, to deliver achieved outcomes with allocated resources, to agreed deadlines. The ability to demonstrate active listening skills and strong verbal communication skills, building positive relationships with pupils and understanding their needs
• Attributes: A flexible approach, high integrity, and a genuinely friendly, approachable manner and a strong work ethic.

Our Trust

Our Vision to empower and inspire children, adults and communities to be ambitious, healthy and kind, dedicated to making our world a better place.

Our Fantastic DANCE Values

D - Harbour children deserve joyful (delight) schools that ignite creativity and learning through play. We invest in colleagues to ensure success and promote lifelong well-being for everyone.

A - We recruit the best colleagues and nurture talent in safe environments, inspiring our children to strive for excellence (ambition). By learning from the best, we improve and give back to our communities.

N - Harbour schools are rooted in care, valuing respect and empathy (nurture). We create supportive environments where children and colleagues thrive, preparing them for the future.

C - We promote pride, inclusion, and civic responsibility, celebrating diversity and community. Colleagues will experience belonging through collaboration, well-being, and continuous development.

E - Success comes when colleagues are empowered to innovate, take risks, and learn from failure. At Harbour, we encourage creativity and collaboration, helping both children and colleagues achieve their goals.

Our Magnificent Seven Behaviours

We will act with integrity, honesty and transparency in all that we do
We will trust our fellow professionals and value their skills and knowledge
We will work collaboratively and encourage others to do the same
We will work inclusively, building and celebrating inclusive and diverse communities
We will be kind to ourselves and in all our dealings with others, acting with
compassion and empathy
We will communicate regularly and with clarity with our stakeholders and with each other, welcoming and reflecting on constructive feedback from others

We will be aspirational for all, wanting the best for ourselves and for everyone

Harbour Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to satisfactory background checks, including enhanced DBS and online searches as part of our due diligence.