HLTA - PPA Cover

Vetro Recruitment; Heswall; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Free training

Golden Ticket draw £500

Pension scheme

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to provide PPA cover and lead targeted Maths lessons for KS2 at a Wirral primary school.

The role is part-time and temporary, requiring strong communication, safeguarding compliance, and effective behaviour management to support pupil progress and create a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Requires experience in a primary school setting.
• Experience delivering Maths to KS2 is beneficial.
• Mandatory Enhanced DBS and safeguarding compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead whole classes independently during PPA time.
• Deliver and assess Maths sessions to small groups.
• Track pupil progress and provide feedback to teachers.
• Create a positive learning environment that promotes resilience and problem-solving.
• Uphold safeguarding standards across all activities.

Skills

Strong communication

Behaviour management

Proactive learner

Education

NVQ Level 3 in supporting teaching and learning

Job description

Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - PPA Cover

Location: Wirral, Merseyside, North West England

Employment Type: Part-time, Temporary

Job Description:

Vetro are seeking an experienced and confident Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our team at a welcoming primary school on the Wirral. This role is vital in providing consistent classroom support during Planning, Preparation, and Assessment (PPA) time, while also delivering targeted Maths lessons across Key Stage 2. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers to support pupil progress and foster a positive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently leading whole classes during teacher PPA time, delivering planned curriculum activities and maintaining positive behaviour management.
• Delivering and evaluating structured Maths sessions to small groups of children, ensuring engagement and understanding.
• Tracking pupil progress during intervention sessions and providing clear, actionable feedback to class teachers to inform planning.
• Creating a positive learning environment that encourages growth-mindset and resilience, where children feel safe to take risks and develop problem-solving skills.
• Upholding safeguarding and child protection standards across all activities, ensuring the safety and well-being of all pupils.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• An appropriate qualification such as NVQ Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent.
• Previous experience working in a primary school setting, ideally with Key Stage 2 pupils.
• Mandatory compliance with Enhanced DBS checks and safeguarding procedures.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills, with a proactive approach to supporting children's learning.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay with weekly wages and no payroll charges
• Support from an education-led consultant with a personal approach
• Free training opportunities to enhance your skills
• Entry into our Golden Ticket draw to win £500
• 24-hour online registration with enhanced DBS check
• Holiday pay (weekly or in a holiday pot)
• Contributed pension scheme

We are an equal opportunities employer, and all decisions are made on merit.