HLTA

Job Description

are you qualified as a HLTA, and hoping to secure a new role next term?

A dedicated 2-form entry Primary school in Dudley is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join their team from May through to the end of the academic year in July.

This is a full-time HLTA position, covering classes across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, offering valuable experience across all primary age groups.

There is no planning required for this role, making it a great opportunity for those looking to maintain a healthy work/life balance while gaining varied classroom experience.

In this Higher Level Teaching Assistant role, you will play an important part in ensuring continuity of learning by leading whole-class sessions in the absence of the class teacher. You will deliver pre-prepared lessons, manage classroom behaviour, and support pupils’ engagement and progress across a broad curriculum.

This role is ideal for newly qualified teachers looking to build confidence across different key stages, or for experienced educators seeking a more flexible and manageable workload.

As an HLTA, your responsibilities will include:

  • Delivering pre-planned lessons across KS1, and KS2 in the absence of the class teacher
  • Managing classroom behaviour effectively and promoting a positive learning environment
  • Supporting pupils’ learning and engagement across a variety of subjects
  • Adapting teaching approaches to meet the needs of all learners, including those with additional needs
  • Working closely with teaching staff to ensure consistency and continuity across classes
  • Providing feedback on pupil progress and classroom activities


To be successful in this HLTA role, you will need:

  • HLTA status or equivalent qualification/experience
  • Previous experience covering classes within a primary school setting
  • Strong behaviour management skills and confidence leading a class
  • A flexible and adaptable approach to working across all primary year groups
  • A proactive and positive attitude towards supporting learning


Working for Flourish Education as an HLTA, you will receive:

  • Competitive Salary –  £19,500 - £23,400 per annum based on working 5 days a week for a full school year
  • Pension contributions
  • Holiday Pay - for PAYE candidates 12.07% of your day rate is accrued into your holiday pot
  • KCSIE-compliant safeguarding and prevent duty training inclusive of modules relating to legislation, FGM and abuse
  • Refer a Friend bonus scheme
  • Regular contact throughout the registration process and once you are at work from your own dedicated consultant


This Higher Level Teaching Assistant role is based in Dudley, which is easily accessible from Rowley Regis, Cradley Heath, Oldbury and surrounding areas.

If you are an experienced HLTA or a newly qualified teacher interested in this role, please apply now or contact us today for more information. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.

















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