HLTA: Lead Class Teaching & SEND Support

SAMpeople; Eckington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Westfield Health Scheme

Job summary

Birkhill Infant and Nursery School invites applications for a motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA). The role combines leading whole-class activities with supporting small groups and individuals to help every child reach their potential.

You should hold HLTA status or equivalent, with a solid understanding of the primary curriculum, excellent behaviour management, and the ability to adapt learning for pupils with SEND. The school offers professional development and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or equivalent qualification is essential.
• Strong understanding of the primary curriculum across key stages.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Experience with SEND is desirable.
• Good organisational and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to support across year groups.

Responsibilities

• Provide cover lessons and deliver whole-class teaching when needed.
• Collaborate with class teachers to plan and deliver differentiated activities.
• Support pupils' academic, social, emotional and behavioural development.
• Assist pupils with SEND to access the curriculum effectively.
• Monitor pupil progress and contribute to reporting.
• Prepare learning environments and manage resources.
• Support and mentor other staff when required.
• Participate in school meetings and professional development.

Skills

HLTA status or equivalent

Primary curriculum knowledge

Excellent classroom management

Behaviour management

SEND experience desirable

Teamwork and communication

Organisational skills

Education

HLTA status or equivalent

GCSEs in numeracy and literacy (A-C)

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

Birkhill Infant and Nursery School invites applications for a motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA). The role combines leading whole-class activities with supporting small groups and individuals to help every child reach their potential.

You should hold HLTA status or equivalent, with a solid understanding of the primary curriculum, excellent behaviour management, and the ability to adapt learning for pupils with SEND. The school offers professional development and a supportive team.