Higher-Level Teaching Assistant at Eaton Primary School

Higher-Level Teaching Assistant  - Eaton Primary School
Fixed Term - 01/09/2026 - 31/08/2027 - 2 Days per Week
Grade: F
Start date: 01/09/2026

Purpose of the Role

As a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA), you will play a vital role in supporting both students and teachers to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment. Working closely with class teachers, you will help to enhance pupils' learning experiences, ensuring they are supported in reaching their full potential.

Through tailored assistance for individuals and small groups, you will encourage independence, boost self-confidence, and promote social inclusion, enabling all students to access the curriculum and achieve success.

The ideal candidate will take an active part in leading learning sessions, supporting behaviour management in line with school policies, and stepping in to cover class teaching when needed under supervision. You will observe pupil progress, providing feedback to teachers, and contribute to the assessment and planning process by monitoring and recording achievements.

In this role you will demonstrate professionalism and integrity and contribute to the school’s ongoing drive for excellence. With a strong commitment to safeguarding, you will work in accordance with statutory guidance and school policies to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all pupils.

We encourage school visits, if you would like to discuss the role or book a visit to the school please contact the school office.

Please refer to the job description and recruitment pack for full person specification. 

Evolution Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To this end, you will be required to undergo pre‐employment checks, including a social media search. This post will come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and a successful applicant would be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations. An enhanced DBS check will be required.

 Why work for us?

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. We’re open to flexible working arrangements for roles where suitable. Please include your preferred working hours in your application for consideration