Job description
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
We are looking to appoint an experienced, confident, flexible and highly motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our dedicated school team.
The successful applicant will work across Years 3–6, supporting high-quality teaching and learning through working with individuals, small groups and whole classes. The role will include undertaking planned teaching activities and providing class cover in the absence of teachers and covering PPA.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible and committed practitioner who has high expectations of all pupils and is passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential.
The successful candidate will have:
- Recent and successful experience of teaching and supporting learning across Key Stage 2.
- An HLTA qualification or higher.
- Proven experience of working successfully as an HLTA.
- GCSE English and Mathematics at grade C/4 or above, or equivalent.
- A genuine passion for working with children and for teaching and learning.
- Confidence and competence in providing whole-class cover across KS2.
- Excellent positive behaviour management skills and high expectations of pupil behaviour.
- The ability to plan, deliver and evaluate learning activities, assess pupils' progress and adapt teaching appropriately.
- A clear understanding of assessment for learning and the ability to provide effective feedback that responds to pupils' needs.
- The ability to work independently, use initiative and respond flexibly to the demands of the role.
- The ability to form and sustain positive relationships with children, colleagues, parents and other stakeholders.
- High levels of self-awareness, emotional intelligence and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- A sound understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding procedures.
About Hook Junior School
Hook Junior School is a 4-form entry junior school with a team of experienced and recently qualified teachers, alongside a friendly, dedicated and highly capable support staff team.
We were rated‘Outstanding’following our second consecutive inspection in June 2023. This reflects the high standards we strive for and the positive impact we aim to make on the lives of our children.
If you are an enthusiastic and committed HLTA who is passionate about making a difference to children's learning and wellbeing, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Application Procedure
Please visit our school website to find out about our school or to discuss the post in more detail, please call and speak with Nicci Bailey our Deputy Headteacher on 01256 762 468.
All applications must be submitted via the Hampshire Country Council Education Jobs South.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy should the right candidate be found before the listed closing date.
Safer Recruitment
We arecommittedto safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers tosharethiscommitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect thiscommitment.All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
Hook Junior School
Community school · Primary · Ages 7–11
- Pupils
- 479
- Avg teacher salary
- £46,217
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 22.3:1
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
View full school profileOfsted rating key
Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.
Location
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Hook, Hampshire, RG27 9NN
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- Posted
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- Closing date
- 18 September 2026
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