Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Vacancy Summary

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Start date: 1^st September 2026

Hours: 30 hours per week, Monday - Friday, Term Time Only

Band 8, Scale Point 17-22

Actual Salary: £21,179 - £23,307 (pay award pending)

Are you an experienced, proactive, and forward-thinking educator looking for a rewarding new challenge?

Vacancy Information

Worthinghead Primary School is looking to appoint a talented Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our friendly and supportive team. This is a dynamic role that offers incredible variety. You will be a vital part of our school community, supporting learning in the classroom, delivering targeted small-group interventions, and providing confident whole-class cover.

If you possess excellent classroom management skills and thrive in an environment where no two days are the same, we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds HLTA status (or possesses equivalent high-level classroom experience).

• Has a genuine passion for working with children, supporting both their academic learning and overall wellbeing.

• Brings experience with SEND, showing a proven ability to adapt learning to meet individual, diverse needs.

• Demonstrates a strong understanding of child development and the primary curriculum.

• Is proactive and highly organised, routinely using their initiative to drive classroom learning and lead interventions.

• Is an exceptional communicator who can build positive, trusted relationships with pupils, staff, and parents alike.

• Thrives as a team player, bringing flexibility and a commitment to ensuring the best possible outcomes for all pupils.

What we can offer you:

• A welcoming, positive, and genuinely supportive school community.

• Well-behaved, enthusiastic children who are eager and enjoy learning.

• A strong, friendly staff team that prioritises collaboration and mutual support.

• Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development (CPD) and training.

• A working environment where your contributions are noticed, valued, and celebrated.

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Visits to school before submitting an application are strongly encouraged and warmly welcomed. We
would love to show you around our school. Please contact the school office on 01274 414904 or email jobs@worthingheadprimary.com to arrange an appointment.

Closing date: 9am, Tuesday 7th July 2026

Interviews: Friday 10th July 2026

Shortlisted applicants will need to provide evidence of their eligibility to work in the UK.

Worthinghead Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff and shortlisted candidates are subject to the safer recruitment process including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

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