Higher Level Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 06 June 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 June 2026 |
| Location: | Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire, FY5 1PD |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | b94200cf-02b5-487f-ae5d-9b1180218ec6 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking two enthusiastic and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) to provide high-quality cover during teachers’ PPA time across the school. The successful candidates will have a passion for delivering engaging learning experiences and the ability to confidently lead whole-class teaching in a variety of subjects.
In this role, they will work closely with class teachers and senior leaders to deliver pre-planned lessons, ensuring continuity and consistency in pupils’ learning. They will play a key role in maintaining high expectations, supporting behaviour for learning, and creating a positive, inclusive classroom environment where all pupils can succeed.
We are looking for people who are adaptable, organised and confident in managing a classroom independently. A strong understanding of the primary curriculum and the ability to respond to pupils’ needs is essential. They should be committed to high standards in teaching and learning and support the wider ethos of the school.
You Will Have:
• A minimum of a Level 3 qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3 or A-Level equivalent).
• HLTA status or significant experience delivering whole-class teaching.
• Experience working in a primary school across a range of year groups.
• Strong curriculum knowledge and the ability to deliver pre-planned lessons effectively.
• Excellent behaviour management skills and the confidence to lead a class independently.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• A flexible and proactive approach, with the ability to adapt to different classes and learning needs.
What the school offers its staff
• A bright, modern, and spacious school environment with access to cutting-edge resources and technology.
• A collaborative and supportive team dedicated to delivering outstanding teaching and learning.
• A culture of continuous school improvement and a commitment to professional development.
• Opportunities to engage in exciting, hands-on learning experiences with students.
• A welcoming, inclusive community that fosters strong partnerships between home and school.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
We are seeking two enthusiastic and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) to provide high-quality cover during teachers’ PPA time across the school. The successful candidates will have a passion for delivering engaging learning experiences and the ability to confidently lead whole-class teaching in a variety of subjects.
In this role, they will work closely with class teachers and senior leaders to deliver pre-planned lessons, ensuring continuity and consistency in pupils’ learning. They will play a key role in maintaining high expectations, supporting behaviour for learning, and creating a positive, inclusive classroom environment where all pupils can succeed.
We are looking for people who are adaptable, organised and confident in managing a classroom independently. A strong understanding of the primary curriculum and the ability to respond to pupils’ needs is essential. They should be committed to high standards in teaching and learning and support the wider ethos of the school.
You Will Have:
• A minimum of a Level 3 qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3 or A-Level equivalent).
• HLTA status or significant experience delivering whole-class teaching.
• Experience working in a primary school across a range of year groups.
• Strong curriculum knowledge and the ability to deliver pre-planned lessons effectively.
• Excellent behaviour management skills and the confidence to lead a class independently.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• A flexible and proactive approach, with the ability to adapt to different classes and learning needs.
What the school offers its staff
• A bright, modern, and spacious school environment with access to cutting-edge resources and technology.
• A collaborative and supportive team dedicated to delivering outstanding teaching and learning.
• A culture of continuous school improvement and a commitment to professional development.
• Opportunities to engage in exciting, hands-on learning experiences with students.
• A welcoming, inclusive community that fosters strong partnerships between home and school.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.