Primary HLTA: PPA Cover & Classroom Leadership

The Blessed Sacrament Catholic Primary School, Preston; Preston; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Blessed Sacrament Catholic Primary School in Preston is seeking an enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. The role focuses on high-quality PPA cover across EYFS to KS2, working with teachers to deliver engaging lessons and maintain positive learning environments.

The successful candidate will have HLTA status (or be willing to obtain) and experience across the primary age range, with excellent classroom management, communication, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or willingness to obtain.
• Experience teaching and leading learning across the primary age range.
• Excellent classroom management and high expectations of behaviour and achievement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality lessons across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 to provide PPA cover.
• Teach whole classes using planning provided by class teachers and subject leaders.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and classroom management in line with school policies.
• Support pupils to make good progress and achieve their full potential.
• Adapt teaching to meet the needs of all learners, including those with SEND and disadvantaged pupils.
• Assess learning within lessons and provide feedback to class teachers where appropriate.
• Promote positive relationships and foster a supportive learning environment.
• Support the school's Catholic ethos and values through all aspects of school life.
• Contribute to wider school activities and events as required.

Skills

Experience teaching across primary

Classroom management

Communication and interpersonal skills

Teamwork and independence

Education

HLTA status or willingness to obtain

Job description

The Blessed Sacrament Catholic Primary School in Preston is seeking an enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. The role focuses on high-quality PPA cover across EYFS to KS2, working with teachers to deliver engaging lessons and maintain positive learning environments.

The successful candidate will have HLTA status (or be willing to obtain) and experience across the primary age range, with excellent classroom management, communication, and teamwork.