HLTA/ PPA Cover

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Woking; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Holy Trinity is seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) for Early Years PPA Cover on a fixed‑term, part‑time basis. The role requires HLTA status or equivalent qualifications and experience, with responsibility for leading whole‑class activities during teachers' PPA time and supporting early years learning.

The post is fixed‑term, part‑time (Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 12:00 pm–3:30 pm) with 30 minutes of paid planning time weekly.

Qualifications

• Holds HLTA status or has appropriate qualifications and experience to undertake the role.
• Experience of working within the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Ability to lead whole‑class learning during teachers' PPA time.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Commitment to supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing.
• Shares Christian values and provides an inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead whole‑class learning during PPA time.
• Support children's learning, development and wellbeing in Early Years.
• Collaborate with staff to plan and deliver lessons during the PPA window.

Skills

HLTA status

Early years experience

Communication

Organization

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent

Job description

Vacancy for Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Early Years PPA Cover – Fixed-Term, Part-Time

A wonderful opportunity to join Holy Trinity's friendly and supportive staff team in a popular, thriving village school.

Start Date: As soon as possible

Contract: Fixed-term

Salary: HLTA Rate (in accordance with NJC Pay Scale)

Hours: Tuesday and Wednesday, 12:00 pm – 3:30 pm, plus 30 minutes paid planning time per week

Our School Vision

At Holy Trinity we have high expectations and aim to ensure that everyone is loved, nurtured, inspired and empowered within a caring and inclusive Christian community. We teach our children Christian values and promote positive attitudes to learning to ensure that they have all they need to become lifelong learners who reach their full potential and become good global citizens. We value the contribution of enthusiastic and committed staff who want to make a difference to children, both academically and as all‑round individuals.

What our staff say about us:

“You’re well supported. You’re never on your own. Friendly, supportive team. Training is provided.”

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds HLTA status or has the appropriate qualifications and experience to undertake the role.
• Has experience of working within the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Can confidently lead whole‑class learning during teachers' PPA time.
• Has excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Is committed to supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing.
• Shares our Christian values and commitment to providing an inclusive learning environment.
• Works effectively as part of a supportive and collaborative team.

We warmly welcome visits to the school to meet our amazing children and committed staff.

Please contact the school office to arrange a visit. We also encourage you to explore our website to learn more about our school, ethos and our recent Ofsted report.

This is a fixed‑term, part‑time position, working Tuesday and Wednesday from 12:00 pm to 3:30 pm, plus an additional 30 minutes of paid planning time each week, providing PPA cover within the Early Years Foundation Stage. The successful candidate will be expected to start as soon as possible.

Closing Date: Wednesday 2nd September 2026 at 12 noon

Interview Date: Tuesday 8th September 2026

Applicants who have not been contacted by the interview date should assume that they have not been shortlisted.