Higher Learning Teaching Assistant

We are seeking an experienced and passionate HLTA to join our team, the role will involve covering PPA across the school and delivering targeted small-group interventions. There will be flexibility in the curriculum areas and lessons covered, enabling the successful candidate to utilise their expertise, strengths, and interests.

The successful candidate will work with very small groups of children, including those with high levels of additional needs, providing enhanced provision and carefully planned activities to support them in meeting their individual development goals and targets from their personalised learning journeys.

Working closely with teaching staff and school leaders, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality learning experiences, leading small-group activities, contributing to planning, and supporting pupils’ individual learning needs.

The role offers flexibility regarding the lessons and curriculum areas covered, allowing the successful candidate to utilise their expertise, strengths, and interests to support teaching and learning across the school.

The ideal candidate will:

Have HLTA status or equivalent experience

Have experience working with children with SEND

Bring energy, warmth, and a child-centred approach

Demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills

Have a good understanding of child development and effective teaching and learning strategies

Be confident in supporting and delivering planned learning to individuals and small groups

Contribute to creating a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment

Be flexible and adaptable in supporting a range of curriculum areas and age groups

This is a rewarding role in a friendly, close-knit school community, supported by the vision and resources of a forward-thinking trust. If you are passionate about helping children achieve their potential and want to make a real difference in their learning and development, we would love to hear from you.

Now part of the Shaw Education Trust, Hallwood Park is a charming and welcoming small school set in stunning grounds, complete with a pond and allotment. Our children are happy, enthusiastic, and eager to learn - and we are proud of the nurturing, inclusive environment that helps them thrive.

Hallwood Park Primary School and Nursery nurtures its pupils by:

Providing a safe, happy school in which pastoral care is given high priority by dedicated staff;

Expecting and promoting the highest standards of behaviour;

Giving children an excellent, secure start to their school experience in our Nursery and establishing positive relationships with parents;

Developing a strong sense of community and pride, with a “family feel” to the school.

At Shaw Education Trust, we believe every role has the power

to transform a life. Whether you’re supporting behind the scenes, inspiring in

the classroom, or leading with vision, you will be part of something truly

meaningful. Our values —