HLTA (Primary School)

Permanent full-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)

Job Reference VEREDU002_1782918382

Closing date August 1, 2026

Location Blackpool, United Kingdom

Type Full-Time

Status Permanent

Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

???? High Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

???? Location: Blackpool, Lancashire ???? Contract: Full-Time | Term Time Only ???? Start Date: September 2026

???? About the Role

A welcoming and inclusive school in Blackpool is seeking a committed and experienced High Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team from September.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident HLTA to take on a varied role, supporting teaching and learning across the school, leading small group interventions, and covering whole classes when required.

???? Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality learning activities across the primary curriculum
• Lead whole-class sessions in the absence of the class teacher
• Plan and deliver targeted intervention groups to raise attainment
• Support pupils of all abilities, including those with SEND
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and the SENCO
• Monitor, assess, and report on pupil progress
• Promote positive behaviour and an inclusive learning environment

✅ Requirements

• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience
• Previous experience working in a school setting
• Strong classroom management and organisational skills
• Good understanding of the national curriculum
• Ability to lead lessons confidently and independently
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A passion for supporting children's learning and development

⭐ Desirable

• Experience supporting SEN pupils
• Experience delivering intervention programmes
• First Aid qualification (or willingness to obtain)

???? What We Offer

• A supportive and friendly school community
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• A rewarding and varied role
• Potential for long-term or permanent opportunities

???? How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a short covering statement outlining your suitability for the role.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'