PPA Lead HLTA — Inspiring Classroom Learning

Horbury Academy; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Gov.

SmartTech technology scheme

Place Plus discounts platform

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Healthcare cash plans with GP access

Health & wellbeing services reimburse

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free on-site parking

Mental Health First Aiders

Job summary

Horbury Primary Academy is seeking a proactive Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team in Wakefield. The role supports teaching staff, covers PPA, leads whole-class learning, and helps plan, deliver, and assess learning.

The successful candidate will have HLTA Level 4 or be working towards it, Level 2 English and Maths, strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to inclusive education that helps every pupil thrive.

Qualifications

• HLTA status (Level 4) or working towards.
• Level 2 in English and Mathematics or equivalent.
• Knowledgeable about child development and how children learn.
• Able to organise, lead, and motivate a team.
• An effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, adaptable, and able to use own initiative.
• Committed to inclusion and helping all pupils reach their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Provide PPA cover for class teachers.
• Lead whole-class learning with confidence and professionalism.
• Support planning, delivery, and assessment cycle.
• Create a positive, calm learning environment where every child feels valued.
• Identify and overcome barriers to learning and provide targeted support.

Skills

HLTA status

Level 2 English

Level 2 Mathematics

Child development knowledge

Team leadership

Communication skills

Initiative

Inclusion focus

Education

HLTA Level 4 (HLTA status)

Job description

Horbury Primary Academy is seeking a proactive Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team in Wakefield. The role supports teaching staff, covers PPA, leads whole-class learning, and helps plan, deliver, and assess learning.

The successful candidate will have HLTA Level 4 or be working towards it, Level 2 English and Maths, strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to inclusive education that helps every pupil thrive.