HLTA (Cover Supervisor) - Level 7
📍 Stoke area | Primary School | 35.5 Hours per Week (Term Time Only)
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a vibrant and forward-thinking primary school in the Stoke area, who are seeking to appoint a highly skilled and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Level 7 to join their dedicated team.
This is a term-time only, full-time role offering an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive environment that places a strong focus on pupil progress and wellbeing.
About the Role:
As HLTA (Cover Supervisor), you will take a leading role in delivering high-quality learning across a variety of age ranges (3-11 years), often stepping in for absent teaching staff and providing consistent PPA and ECT cover. You'll be expected to work independently, take initiative, and demonstrate high levels of competence in classroom management and lesson delivery.
You will work under the guidance of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), and may be required to mentor or support lower-grade support staff, apprentices, or work experience students.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver planned learning activities to individuals, groups, or full classes in the absence of a teacher or TA.
- Assess, track, and report on pupil progress, attainment, and behaviour.
- Contribute to the planning and evaluation of lessons and learning activities.
- Prepare, manage, and organise classroom materials and learning environments.
- Implement, monitor, and review Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and support pupils with SEN.
- Work collaboratively with class teachers, SLT, and the SENCo to deliver targeted interventions (e.g., Switch On, Catch Up, Nurture).
- Supervise and support pupils on educational visits and off-site appointments.
- Maintain accurate pupil records including SEN and intervention folders.
- Provide constructive feedback and ensure marking is in line with the school's policy.
- Support the school's behaviour and safeguarding policies at all times.
- Participate in school events and contribute positively to wider school life.
What We're Looking For:
- Essential: NVQ Level 3 or equivalent; HLTA status or substantial experience covering whole-class teaching across all primary phases.
- Proven experience leading learning and supervising classes independently.
- Strong understanding of the primary curriculum and SEN support strategies.
- Confident in using IT to support learning.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A positive, flexible attitude with a commitment to ongoing development.
- A Level 1 Safeguarding qualification (or willingness to complete one).
- A proactive team player willing to support the school's wider community and events.
Why Apply Through Us?
As an education recruitment consultancy, we work closely with schools to match the right people to the right roles. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a rewarding HLTA role within a supportive and inclusive school community.
Whether you're an experienced HLTA or an aspiring one ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.
🔒 Please note: All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references, in line with safeguarding regulations.
📨 Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion about the role.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks