Primary HLTA: Lead Class Teaching & SEND Support

East Midlands Councils/East Midlands Jobs; Hartshorne; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Hall Junior School is seeking a motivated and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our school community. The role covers leading whole-class teaching, supporting small groups and individuals, and helping all pupils reach their potential.

You will work with class teachers to plan and deliver differentiated activities, support pupils with SEND, monitor progress, and contribute to professional development through school meetings and collaboration.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or equivalent qualifications.
• Strong understanding of the primary curriculum.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management.
• Ability to adapt learning for individual needs; SEND experience desirable.
• Good organisational and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing cover lessons and delivering whole-class teaching when needed.
• Plan, prepare and deliver differentiated learning activities.
• Support pupils’ academic, social, emotional, and behavioural development.
• Help pupils with SEND to access the curriculum.
• Monitor pupil progress and give feedback to teachers.
• Manage learning resources and prepare classrooms.
• Supervise other support staff or TAs when required.
• Participate in meetings and ongoing professional development.

Skills

HLTA status

Primary curriculum

Classroom management

Differentiated learning

SEND support

Job description

Old Hall Junior School is seeking a motivated and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our school community. The role covers leading whole-class teaching, supporting small groups and individuals, and helping all pupils reach their potential.

You will work with class teachers to plan and deliver differentiated activities, support pupils with SEND, monitor progress, and contribute to professional development through school meetings and collaboration.