HLTA Level 4 Teaching Assistant

NPT Pass; Rhos; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Rhos Primary School in Wales is seeking a Temporary Level 4 HLTA to support learning across the school. The post is 2 days per week (12.5 hours) over a 39-week year, starting 1 September 2026, and is temporary until 31 August 2027, subject to safeguarding checks.

The successful candidate will plan, deliver and evaluate learning activities, support pupils individually and in groups, promote inclusive practice, work with teachers to maintain a positive environment, manage behaviour effectively and

Qualifications

• Experience in a school setting.
• Organised, flexible and proactive.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• NVQ Level 4 or equivalent in childcare.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and evaluate learning activities across classes.
• Support pupils’ learning for individuals, small groups and whole classes.
• Promote inclusive practice and ensure learners are engaged.
• Work with teachers to create a positive learning environment.
• Use effective behaviour management to support wellbeing.
• Reflect on practice and contribute to CPD.
• Build relationships with pupils, staff, parents and the wider school community.
• Attend weekly after school staff meetings (ADDS).
• Demonstrate professionalism and safeguarding.

Skills

Plan & deliver lessons

Communication skills

Organised & proactive

Education

NVQ Level 4 or equivalent

Job description

Details of the job are provided below. Further information is available in the Job Description and Person Specification.

Temporary Level 4 Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

2 days (12.5) hours per week / 39 weeks per year

To start: 1st September 2026, providing the relevant checks are complete.

Temporary until 31st August 2027.

The Governors of Rhos Primary School wish to appoint a responsible, reliable person for the post of Teaching Assistant. The post will require the successful applicant to plan and deliver to classes across the school.

The successful candidate will:

• Demonstrate the ability to plan, deliver and evaluate learning activities in line with the Teaching Assistant Standards in Wales.
• Support pupils’ learning effectively, including individuals, small groups and whole classes.
• Promote inclusive practice, ensuring all learners are engaged, supported and challenged.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other staff to create a positive learning environment.
• Use effective behaviour management strategies to support pupils’ wellbeing and engagement.
• Reflect on their own practice and contribute to continuous professional development.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents and the wider school community.
• Attend and contribute to weekly after school staff meetings (ADDS)
• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability and a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has relevant qualifications and/or experience in a school setting.
• Is organised, flexible and proactive.
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is committed to supporting learners to achieve their full potential.
• Must be qualified to NVQ Level 4 or equivalent in a related childcare discipline.

Neath Port Talbot Council is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our schools are equally committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and young people and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing. The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected. This post is subject to an Enhanced Check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh, applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.