Job Description

PPA Cover HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant)

Location: Blackpool

Contract: Temporary, Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 3:30 PM)

Duration: Autumn Term (September - December)

Pay: £130.00 per day

Qualification: Level 4 HLTA or Experienced Unqualified Teacher

About the School: Nurture & Inclusion

Situated in Blackpool, we are a vibrant, nurture-led primary school on an exciting journey with Nurture UK. Our core driver is inclusivity; we celebrate diversity and firmly believe that a child's background has no bearing on their potential.

Reading is our absolute priority. We are passionate champions of the Read Write Inc. Phonics scheme and host a wealth of exciting author visits each year to inspire a lifelong love of learning. Backing this up is a highly dedicated pastoral Nurture Team who will stop at nothing for our children.

The Role: Zero Planning Required!

We need a confident, adaptable, and dynamic HLTA to deliver high-quality PPA cover across the school. This is a brilliant opportunity to lead classrooms in a supportive setting where the hard work of lesson preparation is already done for you!

Key Responsibilities & Requirements:

  • Classroom Leadership: Confidently leading whole classes across different year groups, maintaining a positive and structured environment.

  • Zero Planning: All lesson plans are fully provided by our experienced class teachers.

  • Curriculum Knowledge: Strong, working knowledge of the KS1 and KS2 National Curriculum is essential.

  • Ethos: A natural alignment with nurture-led education and excellent behaviour management skills.

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