Higher Level Teaching Assistant at City of Peterborough Academy

We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated and highly motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join us here at City of Peterborough Academy.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional who is passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve their full potential.

Working closely with Teachers and SLT, you will lead and deliver learning activities, support pupil progress, and play a key role in creating a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Lead and deliver learning activities to individuals, small groups, and whole classes under the direction of teaching staff.
• Assess pupils' needs and use specialist skills and knowledge to support learning and achievement.
• Establish positive and productive relationships with pupils, acting as an effective role model and setting high expectations.
• Promote inclusion and ensure all pupils have equal access to learning opportunities.
• Encourage pupils to participate fully in learning activities and interact positively with their peers.
• Foster independence, confidence, and resilience by recognising and rewarding achievement.
• Organise and manage learning environments and resources to support teaching and learning objectives.
• Monitor, assess, and evaluate pupil progress, providing accurate and constructive feedback to teaching staff.
• Support positive behaviour management strategies and promote self-discipline and independence.
• Prepare lesson materials, worksheets, and learning resources in line with teaching plans.
• Produce lesson plans and support the administration, marking, and assessment of tests and examinations.
• Use ICT effectively to enhance learning and develop pupils' digital skills.
• Support the school's safeguarding, health and safety, confidentiality, and data protection policies.
• Contribute positively to the wider ethos, values, and aims of the school.
• Share expertise and provide guidance and support to colleagues where appropriate.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience of supporting teaching and learning within a school environment.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can inspire, motivate and engage children and young people.
• Demonstrates a commitment to inclusion and supporting pupils with a range of needs.
• Has strong organisational and classroom management skills.
• Is confident using ICT to support learning.
• Can work independently while also being an effective member of a team.
• Has a positive, flexible and proactive approach to work.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

About us:

City of Peterborough Academy is a diverse and inclusive school dedicated to supporting every student’s journey.  You’ll be part of a supportive team within a thriving academy trust, with opportunities for training and professional development.

In return we have multiple benefits for our talented and highly valued people:

• Access to Benefit Hub - the world’s largest discount marketplace
• A free Wellbeing Gateway platform and mobile app
• A free, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme - confidential & compassionate support when you need it
• Lease a brand‑new or pre‑loved hybrid vehicle through our Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
• Train & qualify as a Mental Health First Aider. We aim to have a qualified Mental Health First Aider in each academy
• Supporting your professional development through CPD, Apprenticeships, Upskilling and Professional Review
• Generous public sector pension schemes for everyone
• Eye tests & Spectacles Discount
• Family friendly policies and time off for dependants
• Dedicated ECT support programme
• Access to savings in childcare costs
• Generous annual leave allocation
• Automatic pay progression
• Free parking on all sites
• Principles on workload & directed time for teaching staff
• Professional Supervision for Academy Leaders

If this post attracts sufficient interest before the closing date, we may decide to close and interview this vacancy at an earlier date, so an early application is advised.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to receipt of satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks.  All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education”.

The Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.

All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.