Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Ludlow Junior School is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to provide class cover across Key Stage 2 and contribute positively to school life.

The successful candidate will deliver high‑quality whole‑class learning, support pupil progress and wellbeing, and contribute to enrichment activities across the school.

The Role

Deliver whole‑class teaching across KS2

Adapt learning to meet the needs of all pupils

Support assessment and pupil progress

Contribute to after‑school clubs and educational visits

Sports Specialism

We are particularly interested in applicants with a sports or PE specialism, including experience of leading PE lessons, sports clubs or competitions. A passion for promoting physical activity and healthy lifestyles would be highly valued.

About You

Experience of whole‑class teaching or PPA cover in a primary setting

Strong behaviour management and communication skills

Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and teamwork

HLTA status is desirable, but experienced practitioners are encouraged to apply.

In return, we offer

10% discount on BH Live Active leisure centre memberships

Annual flu vouchers

Wellbeing Wednesday’… cake(!) provided by the catering team each week

Optional free school lunchtime meal (in exchange for short period of lunchtime supervision)

Subsidised childcare for our INSET days

Professional development opportunities in all roles

LGPS pensions with significant level of school contribution

Subsidised hot breakfast options every Friday

If this role sounds right for you, an application form and supporting documents can be found on our website. To submit your application, or if you have any questions, please contact recruitment@ludlowjunior.org.uk.

Ludlow Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Interviews will be held on Thursday 21st May 2026 – please keep this day free