Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Year 6 / Upper Key Stage 2
Location: Stoke-on-Trent Area
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Aspire People are supporting a vibrant and supportive primary school in the Stoke-on-Trent area to recruit an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional with a strong background in supporting learning within Year 6 and/or Upper Key Stage 2.
About the Role:
The successful applicant will work closely with teaching staff to support the learning and development of pupils, particularly in preparation for the end-of-Key-Stage 2 assessments. You will also contribute to whole-class teaching during PPA and leadership time cover, and support targeted interventions with small groups.
Key Requirements:
- Recognised HLTA status or a relevant Level 3 NVQ qualification (or above)
- Proven experience working as an HLTA, ideally within Year 6
- In-depth understanding of the Year 6 curriculum, including Reading, Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling, and Mathematics
- Experience supporting the administration of Year 6 SATs and working with data and assessment outcomes
- Ability to support small groups with adapted learning plans created by class teachers
- Strong skills in identifying next steps for learners and supporting accelerated progress
- Excellent organisational and classroom management skills
- Skilled in behaviour management strategies that focus on relational and restorative practice
- Reliable and proactive when covering PPA and leadership time within Year 6
What the School Offers:
- A supportive working environment committed to staff wellbeing and professional development
- Opportunities for career progression including pathways into teaching through Foundation degrees, BEds, and Assessment Only QTS
- A friendly and inclusive school community where all staff are valued
- Engaged and respectful pupils who thrive under nurturing, consistent support
About the School:
The school is located in a semi-rural setting on the outskirts of Stoke-on-Trent, set among open fields and woodland areas. With a two-form entry structure and smaller class sizes, each classroom benefits from the support of both a teacher and a teaching assistant.
How to Apply:
If you are a passionate and experienced HLTA ready to take on a new challenge in a supportive school environment, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a short covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for 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