HLTA | Mat Leave Cover

Protocol Education Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

BS14 placement

Dedicated consultant support

Thrive training

Refer-a-Friend bonus

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a permanent role at a BS14 school, starting in November. The HLTA will support KS1/KS2, deliver targeted interventions, and help maintain a positive learning environment.

You will work with teachers, support learning across the primary age range, and contribute to pupil progress while building strong relationships with pupils and families.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or significant experience in teaching support.
• Ability to support learning across KS1 and KS2.
• Experience leading targeted interventions and small-group sessions.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across KS1 and KS2.
• Lead targeted interventions and small-group sessions.
• Deliver planned activities and support whole-class teaching.
• Collaborate with teachers to promote pupil progress.

Skills

HLTA

KS1/KS2 support

Interventions

Education

HLTA status

Job description

The best schools aren't just places to work, they're communities where staff and pupils thrive together.

We're working with a welcoming and highly supportive primary school in BS14 that is looking to appoint a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for a permanent role starting in November.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety in their role, loves supporting children to achieve their potential, and wants to play a meaningful part in school life. You'll work closely with teachers, support learning across the primary age range, and help create a positive environment where every child feels valued and ready to succeed.

What You'll Be Doing

As a HLTA, you'll be a key part of the school's teaching and support team, with responsibilities including:

• Supporting teaching and learning across KS1 and KS2
• Leading targeted interventions and small-group sessions
• Delivering planned learning activities and supporting whole-class teaching
• Working collaboratively with teachers to promote pupil progress
• Encouraging confidence, engagement, and positive attitudes to learning
• Providing flexible support wherever needed to ensure smooth day-to-day school life
• Building strong relationships with pupils, families, and colleagues

Why This School?

This is a school that genuinely values teamwork, wellbeing, and professional development. Staff are supported to grow, ideas are welcomed, and there's a shared commitment to providing the very best outcomes for children.

You’ll be joining a friendly team where collaboration is encouraged, achievements are celebrated, and everyone plays an important role in creating a positive learning environment.

We're Looking For Someone Who:

• Holds HLTA status or has significant experience in a teaching support role
• Is confident supporting learning across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2
• Can lead interventions and support whole-class learning when required
• Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Brings a calm, patient, and positive approach to working with children
• Is flexible, proactive, and able to adapt to the needs of the school day
• Is committed to helping every pupil reach their full potential

Why Work with Protocol Education?

Permanent opportunity starting in November

Competitive PAYE pay of £115 to £130 per day

Local BS14 placement

Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

Access to free CPD opportunities, including Thrive training

Simple and streamlined registration process

£250 Refer-a-Friend bonus

We pride ourselves on finding schools where education professionals feel supported, valued, and able to make a lasting impact.

What We Need to Clear You

To get you registered and ready for work, we'll need:

• Passport or proof of right to work in the UK
• Two proofs of address
• A CV covering the last 10 years of employment and/or education, with any gaps explained
• References covering the last two years, including education or childcare experience where applicable
• An overseas police check if you have lived abroad for three months or more within the last five years

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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Not Thrive trained yet? No problem. Protocol Education can provide free Thrive training, helping you strengthen your practice, boost pupil engagement, and stand out in HLTA roles.