Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Newlands Primary School, Yateley, Hampshire, GU46 6EY

32 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  4 January 2027

• Closing date

  16 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  15 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Term time, part time: Term time working only, 3 or 5 days per week considered
• Contract type: Fixed term - Until 31st August 2027
• Full time equivalent salary: EHCC Grade D between £28,697 and £31,573

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you an enthusiastic and committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant who is passionate about making a difference to children's lives?

Newlands Primary School are seeking to appoint a talented and highly motivated HLTA to join our friendly and dedicated team. We are flexible and welcome applications from experienced HLTAs seeking either a full-time or part-time position.

The Role

This is a varied and rewarding role that will involve:

• Covering classes across the primary age range from Reception to Year 6 to support release time and cover staff absence.
• Leading targeted interventions and booster groups to support pupil progress.
• Working alongside teachers and support staff to ensure all children receive the support they need to succeed.

We are Looking for Someone who:

• Has completed an HLTA qualification, teaching qualification, or relevant equivalent experience.
• Has experience of working within a primary school setting, leading whole-class learning as well as supporting small groups and individual pupils.
• Can engage, motivate and inspire children to develop a love of learning.
• Is a positive team player who enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues, pupils and families.

What the school offers its staff

What We Offer:

At Newlands Primary School, you will join a team of skilled and supportive professionals who are committed to providing an inclusive, creative and ambitious education for every child.

• Friendly and enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.
• A supportive and dedicated staff team.
• Strong leadership and a welcoming school community.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A working environment built on belonging where the wellbeing of all staff is valued.

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.

Application Procedure

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged and appointments can be made by contacting our Business Manager, Jackie Moore, on 01252 871188 who can also provide an application pack, which will be sent to you electronically. Completed applications should be forwarded to j.moore@newlands.hants.sch.uk by the closing date.

Closing date: Noon on Monday 16th November 2026

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Newlands Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 5 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 173 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Newlands Primary School website
• Email address: j.moore@newlands.hants.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01252871188
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/newlands-primary-school-yateley

Newlands Primary School is a one-form entry Local Authority maintained school based in the highly desirable town of Yateley. Situated in the northeast corner of Hart, Yateley offers convenient access to Reading, Basingstoke and Guildford, making it ideally positioned for commuting across neighbouring counties.
Built in 1980, Newlands Primary School was designed in a distinctive Swedish open-plan style and received several architectural awards for its innovative design. Since its opening, the school has been extended to accommodate seven classrooms with a central atrium which now houses the school library.
Our school is set within beautiful grounds that include a main playground, a spacious EYFS garden, adventure play equipment, outdoor classrooms, a dedicated nature area, and a large playing field complete with a running track.

Arranging a visit to Newlands Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email j.moore@newlands.hants.sch.uk.

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