Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Bushmead Primary & Nursery School, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU2 7EU

11 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  19 October 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  8 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £27,749.00 Annually (Actual) NJC Scale L6, Points 21 to 25

Higher Level Teaching Assistant job summary

Are you passionate about helping children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally?

We are looking for an experienced HLTA to join our team at Bushmead Primary & Nursery who is passionate about helping children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally .

Information about the school

Bushmead Primary School is a three form entry primary and nursery school in the North of Luton. We are currently phasing out our previous four form entry until 2028. All staff at our friendly school are committed to providing the best education possible for every pupil. It is our overall aim that everyone at Bushmead should have the opportunity to develop their full potential, through equality of access to a well structured programme of learning and personal growth.

In February 2025 we opened our nursery which has grown and expanded to be a very popular and thriving nursery. This academic year we saw 50% of the nursery pupil move into our Reception year group.

Our Vision

At Bushmead children are employed to be active, confident learners where they are inspired to be creative and excel.

Mission

Bushmead has a vibrant, family friendly atmosphere where diversity is celebrated and children feel safe. We foster a sense of community and promote independence, acceptance, respect and aspiration.

We are a learning community. We provide a wide range of opportunities that allow children to find and cultivate their passions. Through excellent teaching and learning a broad curriculum and engaging activities, curiosity is nurtured. We develop confident, resilient, caring children equipping them with the skills they need to become independent thinkers for learners for live.

Our Values

Forgiveness, Positivity, Appreciation, Respect, Integrity, Empathy, Resilience, Kindness, Co-operation, Pride, Independence and Happiness.

About The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to support whole-class teaching, deliver targeted support, and help shape a positive, inclusive learning environment where every child can succeed.

As a HLTA, you’ll play a key role in supporting pupil progress across the school. You will:

• Deliver high-quality learning experiences, including whole-class lessons during teacher PPA

• Support individual pupils and small groups to access the curriculum and make progress

• Deliver targeted support in literacy, numeracy and other areas based on pupil need

• Work closely with teachers to plan, assess, and adapt learning opportunities

• Foster positive relationships with pupils, helping them build confidence, independence and a love of learning

• Support behaviour for learning and contribute to a nurturing, inclusive classroom environment

• Take a proactive role in contributing to the wider life of the school community

You will be required to work Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4pm or 5pm (depending on staff meeting days), a total of 34.5 hours per week. This role is term time plus 5 Inset Days. Who You Are

You’ll be a confident, nurturing HLTA with a strong commitment to supporting children's progress and well-being. Whether leading learning during PPA cover or working with small groups, your enthusiasm, initiative, and flexibility will help bring learning to life.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Holds HLTA status (or equivalent qualification)

• Has experience planning and delivering lessons across the primary age range

• Can lead whole-class sessions and adapt to a variety of learners' needs

• Has a strong background in literacy and numeracy interventions

• Works collaboratively with colleagues and values inclusion and high expectations

• Brings energy, empathy, and resilience to every school day

What We Offer

• A dedicated and supportive leadership team and support staff

• Local Government Pension scheme

• Employee Assistance Programme

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion. Visits to our school are welcome, please contact Mrs Diane Blackley, HR & Administration Manager on 01582 725387.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Children have a right to be cared for and protected, protecting them is everyone’s responsibility. At Bushmead we have a duty of care to ensure that all users of the school are kept safe from harm. We are committed to providing a secure and supportive environment in which children can develop and grow into mature and responsible people. Safeguarding children is an essential part of our holistic approach to ensure that children are protected from abuse and neglect and that every child reaches their full potential.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Bushmead Primary & Nursery School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 720 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Bushmead Primary & Nursery School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/bushmead-primary-school-luton

Bushmead is a very welcoming school with excellent, professional teachers and support staff.  Our team is committed to providing the best possible learning experience and pastoral care.

We have a strong vision and build confidence in our young learners.  An exciting, creative curriculum has been designed to develop a love of learning.  Academic rigour and high standards of behaviour are also at the heart of the school.

Our values underpin our commitment to ensuring we nurture the children in our care.  Our team, children and parents are very proud of our school.

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