Higher Level Teaching Assistant HLTA

Riversprimary; Walsall; On-site; GBP 20,000 - GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school in Walsall is looking for an enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant to lead classroom learning and inspire pupils. The ideal candidate will be confident in engaging children, adapt to their varying needs, and support their academic and personal growth within a nurturing school community. This role offers continuous professional development and an opportunity to work alongside a supportive staff team dedicated to excellence.

Benefits

Continuous professional development

Supportive staff team

Engaging pupils

Qualifications

• Confident and effective in leading whole-class and small-group sessions.
• Energetic and creative in engaging children in their learning.
• Highly organized and adept in using assessment systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead learning experiences and inspire young minds.
• Adapt teaching strategies to meet diverse learner needs.
• Support the well-being and success of every child.

Skills

Classroom management

Creativity

Self-motivation

Assessment tracking

Adaptability

Experience with SEND/EAL

Job description

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Rivers Primary Academy, Livingstone Road, Blakenall, Walsall, WS3 1LY

We’re seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to play a key role in our school community. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pupils' lives, working in alignment with the vision and values of Windsor Academy Trust.

If you're ready to take on greater responsibility, lead learning with confidence, and inspire young minds every day, we’d love to hear from you!

We can offer you:

• Enthusiastic pupils who are eager to learn
• A talented and supportive staff team committed to delivering exceptional practice and developing one another
• A supportive and aspirational Leadership Team, focused on unlocking the academic and personal potential of both pupils and staff
• A strong pastoral team that places wellbeing at the centre of its work
• Supportive parents and carers
• Continuous, high-quality, bespoke professional development
• Opportunities to work and collaborate across schools within Windsor Academy Trust

We are looking for applicants who:

• Are confident and effective classroom practitioners, able to lead whole-class and small-group sessions with impact
• Bring energy, creativity, and enthusiasm to inspire and engage children in their learning every day
• Are highly organised, self-motivated, and confident using assessment systems and tools to track, monitor, and accelerate pupil progress
• Show initiative and flexibility, with the ability to adapt to the needs of different learners and situations
• Share our values and moral purpose, placing the wellbeing and success of every child at the heart of their work
• Have experience supporting pupils with a range of needs, including those with SEND or EAL

If our offer is what you are looking for, we would love to hear from you. For more information or to arrange a school visit, please contact Lauren Bennett PA to Headteacher and HR Lead [e-mail].

Closing date: Sunday 22nd February 2026

Interviews: Wednesday 25th February 2026