Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Overview

Belvidere School is seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to work as part of a newly established provision, supporting a small cohort of vulnerable pupils.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping and delivering personalised support for pupils who will benefit from a nurturing and targeted approach to their learning. You will work alongside a dedicated team of teaching staff to deliver high-quality interventions, promote engagement, and remove barriers to learning – helping every young person thrive.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Role:

• Supporting the delivery of learning across a small, focused provision within the school
• Leading and delivering interventions with individuals and small groups
• Working collaboratively with teaching staff to plan, implement, and review learning strategies
• Promoting positive behaviour, wellbeing, and inclusion
• Supporting assessment and progress tracking to ensure impact
• Helping to create a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment
• Teaching short, targeted lessons to a small group of pupils (6-8 pupils)

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds HLTA status or equivalent qualification (Level 4)
• Has experience working with pupils with additional needs or from disadvantaged backgrounds
• Is resilient, compassionate, and child-centred
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking school that is committed to equity, inclusion, and providing every student with the support they need to succeed.

Salary & Other Information 

Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Hours: 37 hours per week

Grade and SCP: Grade 7 (SCP 12 to 17)

Hourly rate: £14.36 to £15.58 (pay award pending)

Salary range: £27,711 to £30,060 (pro rata actual salary £23,723 to £25,738)

Contract Type: Permanent term time plus 5 days

Workplace: Belvidere School, Belvidere Lane, Shrewsbury, SY2 5RJ

START DATE: September 2025

Location

Belvidere School
Belvidere Lane
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY2 5RJ 

Supporting documents

• Application Form
• HLTA Advert
• HLTA Job Description
• HLTA Person Specification

Deadline and how to apply

You can send your application via:

Email to: recruitment@belvidereschool.co.uk

Post to: Mrs K Bywater, Belvidere School, Belvidere Lane, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY2 5RJ

You may wish to support your application with a letter of no more than two sides of A4, in place of the Further Details section on the form.

Please note, we cannot accept CVs

Additional Information

The appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including references, medical clearance and an enhanced DBS Disclosure under the “Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974”. Further details regarding this check are available by visiting www.dbs.gov.uk. Belvidere School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An online search will be undertaken as part of due diligence checks during the shortlisting process.

Job reference: HLTAMay2025