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Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Job Posted: 5 days ago

Salary: £ 120 - 135 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Blackpool, Lancashire

Expire in: 23 days

Job Description

HLTA / Cover Lead - Reception to Year 6 - Blackpool Academy

Location: Blackpool (Excellent motorway, bus, and parking links)

Pay: £120 - £135 per day

Hours: Monday - Friday, 08:45 - 15:30 (Term Time Only)

Contract: September 2026 - July 2027 (Full Academic Year, Temporary)

Are you an ambitious educator seeking a high-impact role for the 2026/2027 academic year?

We are partnering with a forward-thinking Primary Academy in Blackpool to recruit a strong Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) or Cover Lead. This is a unique opportunity to lead classes across a two-form entry setting, focusing on high-quality curriculum delivery and nurture-based support.

Who Should Apply?

This role offers the perfect balance of leadership and classroom presence. We welcome applications from:

Early Career Teachers (ECTs): Gain a full year of diverse classroom management experience across Reception to Year 6 before moving to a class Teacher role. This provides you the chance to boost your CV, skills and exposure!

Qualified HLTAs: Professionals looking for a stable, L4 TA's looking for a full-year contract in a supportive Academy environment.

Experienced Teachers: Stay "front of class" delivering engaging lessons without the additional pressure of full-time planning and data tracking.

Level 3 TAs: If you have the "strength" to lead a class, this Academy is willing to support and fund your HLTA training during the contract.

The Role: Classroom Leadership & PPA Cover

As the Academy's Cover Lead, you will be essential to the daily running of the school. Your responsibilities include:

Leading the Classroom: Independently delivering pre-planned lessons across all primary phases (EYFS, KS1, and KS2) during PPA time and staff absence.

Literacy Specialist: Delivering the ReadWriteInc Phonics programme to ensure every child becomes a confident reader.

Nurture & Inclusion: Working with the pastoral team to implement the "six principles of nurture" within every lesson.

Targeted Interventions: Leading small group activities and adapting resources for pupils with diverse needs.

About the Academy Ethos

This Blackpool-based Academy is a place where every child is given the best start in life. They prioritise reading for pleasure and celebrate the rich diversity of their local community. As a member of the staff team, you will be supported to become the best educator you can be in a safe, disciplined, and inclusive environment.

Requirements

Qualifications: Must hold a Level 4 HLTA qualification, a relevant Degree, or QTS/ECT status.

Confidence: Proven ability to lead a whole class independently with strong behaviour management.

Commitment: Available for the full academic year from September 2026 to July 2027.

Compliance: Subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Why Join Tradewind?

Top Rates of Pay: Earn between £120 and £135 per day.

Professional Development: Free access to over 2,500 accredited courses via the National College.

Stability: Secure a full academic year of work in a single, local setting.

Apply Today

Secure your placement for September 2026! To apply or for a confidential discussion, please contact Kara Gardner.

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