Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Vacancy Summary

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Start Date: February 2026

Salary: Band 8, SCP 17-22

Contract: 30 hours per week, term time only, Fixed Term until August 2026 (initially)

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) with experience of providing PPA/ Management Time cover to whole classes.

Vacancy Information

The Governing Body of this successful school are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced HLTA to cover PPA (Planning, Preparation & Assessment) time and management release time from Reception to Year 6.

In the first instance this post is a fixed term position with the potential to become permanent.

The successful applicant will:

• Have HLTA Status (HLTA Level 4 or equivalent)

• Have successful experience working across primary age ranges, including EYFS, KS1, and KS2

• Have experience leading whole-class learning, not only supporting individuals or small groups

• Have experience following and delivering teacher-planned lessons to ensure continuity during PPA/management cover

• Have experience with behaviour management and promoting positive behaviour strategies

• Have experience supporting children with SEND, including implementing differentiated tasks

• Have the ability to plan and deliver lessons independently, ensuring learning objectives are met

• Have a strong knowledge of the primary curriculum across EYFS, KS1, and KS2

• Have the ability to adapt plans where necessary while maintaining curriculum integrity

• Understanding of child development, early phonics (EYFS/KS1), and age-appropriate pedagogy

• Ability to assess pupil learning and feed back to class teachers.

• Have excellent communication skills with pupils, teachers, and parents (where required)

• Ability to work collaboratively with teaching staff and follow school policies

• Good organisational skills to ensure materials and resources are ready for lessons

• Warm, approachable, and positive

• Demonstrate initiative and independence

• Be calm under pressure and resilient

• Be a reflective practitioner who seeks to improve practice

• Have a strong sense of professionalism and confidentiality

We can offer:

• Dedicated PPA time for you

• High quality support from the school’s Senior Leadership Team

• The opportunity to work alongside enthusiastic, skilled and knowledgeable staff

• Exceptional opportunities for professional development

• Pupils, staff and parents that are proud of their school

• A diverse and rich range of enrichment opportunities

• A happy school team who are committed to supporting each other

Please contact the school office if you wish arrange a school visit: 01274 414355 or email: office@blakehill.bradford.sch.uk

Closing date and shortlisting for applications: 12 noon, Monday 5^th January 2026

Interviews: Friday 16^th January 2026

At Blakehill we are uncompromising in our vision for excellence and enjoyment for all pupils in all areas of the curriculum across school, to ensure that our children have the skills, knowledge, attitudes and values to lead successful lives both now and in the future.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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