HLTA: Lead Whole-Class Teaching & SEND Support

Learners Trust; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

Birkhill Infant and Nursery School is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our team. The role combines leading whole-class teaching with supporting small groups and individuals to help all pupils reach their potential.

You will plan, prepare and deliver differentiated activities, support learners with SEND, monitor progress and contribute to professional development across the school. A positive, flexible approach and strong teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or equivalent qualification/experience.
• Solid understanding of the primary curriculum across key stages.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management.
• Experience adapting learning for individual needs; SEND experience desirable.
• Strong organisation, communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide cover lessons and deliver whole-class teaching when needed.
• Collaborate with class teachers to plan, prepare 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.
• Manage learning resources and prepare classrooms.
• Supervise other support staff and contribute to professional development.
• Participate in school meetings and school-wide activities.

Skills

HLTA status

Primary curriculum

Classroom management

SEND experience

Organisation

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

HLTA status

Job description

Birkhill Infant and Nursery School is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our team. The role combines leading whole-class teaching with supporting small groups and individuals to help all pupils reach their potential.

You will plan, prepare and deliver differentiated activities, support learners with SEND, monitor progress and contribute to professional development across the school. A positive, flexible approach and strong teamwork are essential.