Job Description
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) –
Subject Focus: PE and/or Humanities (Planned Lessons)
Location: Lichfield
Start Date: After May Half Term
Contract: Long-term Supply
We are seeking an outstanding and confident Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join an inclusive Alternative Provision school in Lichfield, working with pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4 (Years 7–11).
This long-term supply role is an excellent opportunity for a skilled HLTA who is confident delivering planned subject lessons with a focus on: PE and/or Humanities (Planned Lessons) and passionate about supporting young people who require a flexible, nurturing, and consistent approach to education.
The Role
As a HLTA, you will:
* Deliver planned lessons to pupils in Years 7–11
* Work confidently with whole classes, small groups, and individuals
* Adapt lessons to meet the needs of learners with SEMH and behavioural challenges
* Support pupils to remain engaged, motivated, and emotionally regulated
* Maintain a calm, structured, and supportive learning environment
* Promote positive behaviour, resilience, and personal development
* Build strong, respectful relationships that support re-engagement with learning
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for the right person, with the confidence, presence, and adaptability to succeed in an alternative provision environment. You will be:
* An outstanding HLTA with experience leading learning
* Reliable, resilient, and flexibly adaptive to changing needs and age groups
* Confident managing behaviour and maintaining clear routines and expectations
* Comfortable delivering pre-planned subject lessons independently
* Passionate about supporting vulnerable children and young people
Experience working within SEMH, Alternative Provision (AP), PRU, and/or Special Education settings is highly advantageous, but most important is your confidence, strong classroom presence, and ability to positively engage challenging learners.
Why Join?
* Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a specialist setting
* Supportive and inclusive school environment
* Long-term supply role offering consistency and professional satisfaction
If you are an outstanding HLTA who enjoys teaching, thrives on challenge, and believes in inclusive education, we would love to hear from you.