Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) English

We are looking for a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our busy Inclusion team from Sept 2025.

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting teaching and learning across the school. You plan and deliver engaging activities, provide targeted support to pupils, and contribute to the overall positive ethos of our school. This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your skills and make a real difference in the lives of our pupils.

Key Responsibilities:

● Planning, preparing, and delivering learning activities for individuals, small groups, and occasionally whole classes.

● Providing targeted support to pupils with varying needs, including those with Special Educational

Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and those who are high-achieving.

● Implementing agreed learning programmes and adapting activities to meet individual pupil needs.

● Monitoring and assessing pupil progress, providing feedback to teachers, and contributing to record-keeping.

● Leading small group interventions to address specific learning gaps.

● Covering classes for short periods in the absence of the teacher (in accordance with HLTA standards).

● Contributing to the development of a positive and inclusive learning environment.

● Supervising pupils during break times and other non-teaching periods.

● Liaising effectively with parents, carers, and other professionals as required.

● Contributing to the wider life of the school.

What We Are Looking For:

• HLTA qualification
• Significant experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a primary or secondary school setting.
• A strong understanding of child development and effective teaching and learning strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• A commitment to inclusion and the wellbeing of all pupils.
• A positive and proactive attitude.

What We have to Offer:  

• A visible and approachable senior leadership team and an enthusiastic and committed team of teachers and support staff. 
• A strong support network both within the school and across Authentic Education.  
• All staff are part of a professional learning community in which evidence-informed CPD is designed to meet individual needs. 
• Strong potential for career progression. 
• A culture that respects work-life balance and an ongoing commitment to wellbeing with a dedicated Wellbeing Champion.  
• An Employee Assistance Programme including in the moment support and counselling sessions with an external provider.  
• Staff benefits include free eye testing for DSE users through Specsavers, free will writing through Dunham McCarthy Solicitors and reduced price corporate gym membership through BH Live. 
• A competitive pension through Teachers’ Pensions or The Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff.   



Should you wish to arrange a visit or an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Leila Shaw, HR Academy Lead at leila.shaw@saa.weareauthentic.education  

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