PPA Cover HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) - Blackpool

PPA Cover HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant)

Location: Blackpool

Setting: Primary School

Contract Type: Temporary, Term-Time Only (Fixed Term for the Autumn Term)

Duration: September 2026 - December 2026

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Pay Rate: £130.00 per day

Qualifications: Qualified HLTA (Level 4 TA) or equivalent / Experienced Unqualified Teacher

About the School: Situated in Blackpool, they are an inclusive, vibrant school community that firmly believes every single child deserves the absolute best start in life. Their core driver is inclusivity; they proudly welcome and celebrate children from all backgrounds, faiths, and socio-economic statuses, knowing that a child’s background has zero bearing on their limitless potential to succeed. This Primary is a nurture‑led setting currently on an exciting journey with Nurture UK, actively embedding the Six Principles of Nurture into everything they do to support holistic development. Backing this up is an incredible, highly dedicated Nurture Team – a group of pastoral superheroes who will stop at nothing to support our children and their families.

The Role: What We’re Looking For

We are seeking a confident, professional, and dynamic HLTA to deliver high‑quality PPA cover across the school for the duration of the Autumn term. This is a brilliant opportunity to lead classrooms in a highly supportive environment where the hard work of lesson preparation is already done for you!

Key Highlights of the Role

• Zero Planning: All lesson planning is fully provided by our experienced class teachers. Your focus is purely on delivering engaging lessons and managing the classroom effectively.
• Classroom Leadership: Confidently leading classes across different year groups, maintaining a positive, structured, and purposeful learning environment.
• Nurture in Practice: Upholding our inclusive ethos by ensuring every child is supported, encouraged, and valued during your cover sessions.

Requirements

• Must hold a Level 4 HLTA qualification (or equivalent/higher) or be an experienced instructor/unqualified teacher comfortable with whole‑class delivery.
• Strong knowledge of the Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 (KS1/KS2) National Curriculum to effectively deliver provided lessons across different year groups.
• Excellent classroom management skills with a warm, positive, and authoritative presence.
• A flexible, adaptable nature and a genuine alignment with nurture‑led education.

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