HLTA: Lead Learning & Interventions (Primary)

Teaching Personnel; Taunton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel are supporting a welcoming Taunton school seeking a motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join from September 2026. You will work closely with teachers to deliver high-quality learning across the curriculum, support whole-class teaching, and lead targeted interventions.

The ideal candidate will hold HLTA status or equivalent, have a solid understanding of the primary curriculum, and be confident in managing learning activities with excellent communication and

Qualifications

• HLTA status or equivalent qualification/experience (essential).
• Strong understanding of the primary curriculum.
• Confidence leading learning activities independently.
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills.
• Proactive, flexible, and supportive approach.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare.

Responsibilities

• Support and, where appropriate, lead whole-class learning under teacher direction.
• Deliver small group and one-to-one interventions.
• Assist with planning, preparation, and assessment of learning activities.
• Support pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development.
• Promote positive behaviour and an inclusive learning environment.

Skills

HLTA status

Primary curriculum

Lead learning activities

Communication

Classroom management

Proactive & flexible

Safeguarding

SEND experience

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent

Job description

Teaching Personnel are supporting a welcoming Taunton school seeking a motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join from September 2026. You will work closely with teachers to deliver high-quality learning across the curriculum, support whole-class teaching, and lead targeted interventions.

The ideal candidate will hold HLTA status or equivalent, have a solid understanding of the primary curriculum, and be confident in managing learning activities with excellent communication and