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St Mary's Church of England Academy; Mildenhall; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

St Mary's Church of England Academy in Mildenhall is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our team. You will work with teaching staff to raise pupil attainment and progress, taking independent leadership of classes to cover planned PPA time and short-term absences.

Key responsibilities include delivering lessons during PPA, leading targeted intervention groups in literacy, numeracy or phonics, adapting activities for all learners including those with SEND,

Qualifications

• HLTA with primary experience preferred.
• Ability to lead lessons during PPA and cover absences.
• Experience planning targeted interventions in literacy, numeracy or phonics.

Responsibilities

• Lesson Delivery: Prepare and deliver high-quality learning experiences and lessons across primary phases during planned teacher PPA time or short-term absences.
• Intervention & Support: Plan and lead targeted intervention groups in literacy, numeracy, or phonics to boost student progress.
• Inclusion: Adapt learning activities to meet the diverse needs of all learners, including pupils with SEND.
• Behaviour Management: Maintain high expectations of pupil behaviour, managing classrooms effectively and safely in line with school policies.
• Collaboration & Assessment: Partner with class teachers to track, monitor, and record student progress, contributing directly to their academic and social growth.

Skills

PPA leadership

Lesson delivery

Intervention planning

Inclusion for SEND

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Company: St Mary's Church of England Academy

Salary: £14.59 to £14.59 an hour

Hours: Part-time

Location: Mildenhall, IP28 7LR

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Contract

Posting date: 7 Sept 2026

Closing date: 28 Sept 2026

Summary

GENERAL INFORMATION:

St Mary’s Church of England Academy are seeking a dedicated, resilient, and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our team. In this vital role, you will work closely with teaching staff to elevate pupil attainment and progress. A core element of this position includes taking independent leadership of classes to cover planned PPA time and unexpected absences, as well as providing targeted intervention support

We encourage qualified applicants with a desire to grow. This role would be suitable for experienced Teaching Assistants looking to grow in their career, a teacher who has completed their PGCE year and wants to gain more classroom experience, or an already experienced and qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistant.

Key Responsibilities:

Lesson Delivery: Prepare and deliver high-quality learning experiences and lessons across primary phases during planned teacher PPA time or short-term absences.

Intervention & Support: Plan and lead targeted intervention groups in literacy, numeracy, or phonics to boost student progress.

Inclusion: Adapt learning activities to meet the diverse needs of all learners, including pupils with SEND.

Behaviour Management: Maintain high expectations of pupil behaviour, managing classrooms effectively and safely in line with school policies.

Collaboration & Assessment: Partner with class teachers to track, monitor, and record student progress, contributing directly to their academic and social growth.

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