Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Wareham

Ready to take the next step in your education career?

Are you a qualified HLTA looking for a role where you can have a greater impact on pupils' learning and development? Do you thrive on supporting children to achieve their best while working as part of a dedicated and supportive team?

A welcoming and community-focused primary school in Wareham is seeking a confident and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the classroom, lead learning activities, and make a lasting difference to children's educational journeys.

The Role
As an HLTA, you will work closely with teachers and school leaders to support high-quality teaching and learning across the school. You will take responsibility for leading groups, delivering planned lessons, and providing targeted interventions to help pupils reach their full potential.
Your responsibilities will include:
•    Delivering planned lessons and learning activities in the absence of the class teacher
•    Supporting teaching and learning across a range of year groups
•    Leading small-group interventions to accelerate pupil progress
•    Providing targeted support for pupils with additional learning needs
•    Promoting positive behaviour and fostering a supportive learning environment
•    Monitoring pupil progress and providing feedback to teaching staff
•    Working collaboratively with teachers to plan and adapt learning activities
•    Supporting pupils' social, emotional, and academic development

Why This School?
This inclusive and nurturing primary school places children at the heart of everything it does. Staff are encouraged to contribute ideas, develop professionally, and work together to create a positive learning experience for all pupils.

The school offers:
•    A welcoming and supportive team environment
•    Strong leadership and a commitment to staff wellbeing
•    Opportunities for professional development and career progression
•    A broad and engaging curriculum
•    A culture where every child is encouraged to succeed

About You
We're looking for someone who is passionate about education and confident in leading learning.
You will:
•    Hold HLTA status or have significant experience working at a higher level within a primary school setting
•    Have strong classroom management skills
•    Be confident delivering lessons and leading learning independently
•    Be able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
•    Have a proactive, flexible, and solution-focused approach
•    Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

This role would be ideal for:
•    Qualified HLTAs
•    Cover Supervisors with primary school experience

Why Join Axcis Education?
•    Competitive rates of pay
•    Weekly pay and consistent working hours
•    Access to specialist SEND training and CPD opportunities
•    Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
•    Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent roles

Pay: £16.66 - £17.35 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2026

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can inspire young learners, support excellent teaching, and make a genuine difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and become a valued part of a thriving primary school community.