HLTA, Elementary School, Education ​/ Teaching

HLTA – Skelmersdale

Start Date:

13th April 2026

Contract:

Fixed Term (Full Academic Year)

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm (Term Time Only)
Pay:
Competitive HLTA rate – paid weekly

Job Advert:
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

A welcoming and forward-thinking primary school in Skelmersdale is seeking to appoint a confident, skilled, and proactive Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) from 13th April 2026. This is a full academic year role, supporting pupils across the school and providing high-quality classroom cover where needed.

If you are passionate about supporting teaching and learning, confident leading whole-class sessions, and eager to make a meaningful difference, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

About the Role:

As an HLTA, you will work closely with class teachers, SEN staff, and the senior leadership team to enhance learning across the school. You will support pupils in a variety of subjects, deliver targeted interventions, and confidently lead whole-class teaching during PPA time or staff absence.

This role is ideal for an experienced teaching assistant ready to take the next step, or an established HLTA seeking a new challenge in a supportive primary environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead whole-class teaching during teacher PPA time and short-term cover

• Deliver small-group interventions to help close learning gaps

• Support pupils’ learning and wellbeing across EYFS, KS1, and/or KS2

• Assist in planning, preparing, and delivering learning activities

• Foster positive behaviour and promote an inclusive and supportive classroom atmosphere

• Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to meet pupils’ needs

• Monitor and record pupil progress, feeding back to teachers and leaders

• Help create a positive, purposeful, and safe learning environment

Essential Requirements:

• HLTA qualification or significant relevant experience and confidence leading whole-class teaching

• Experience working in a UK primary school (mainstream setting)

• Strong understanding of primary curriculum expectations

• Ability to deliver engaging learning activities independently

• Excellent communication skills and a professional, proactive attitude

• A nurturing, patient, and resilient approach to pupil support

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children

We

Offer:

• Weekly pay at a competitive HLTA rate

• Supportive, friendly staff team and a positive school culture

• CPD and training opportunities to support your professional development

• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference to children’s education and confidence

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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