Higher Level Teaching Assistant at William Austin Junior School

Job description

About this Role

We currently have a vacancy for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant

About us

William Austin Junior School is a large five form entry school, rated good by OFSTED, with well-behaved children who are eager to learn and succeed. Our staff team is supportive, hardworking, committed and have the pupils' best interests at heart. We are well resourced and actively supported by parents and governors alike.

About the job

We are looking to appoint a talented HLTA to work across our school. The hours are 8:30 - 4:30 Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday and Tuesday 8:30 - 5:00, with a daily hour for lunch, term time only plus five training days.

The successful candidate will:
• be enthusiastic, flexible and have the ability to work as part of a team
• be able to cover lessons across key stage 2 in all subjects
• have experience in supporting individual or groups of pupils for interventions
• have high expectations of yourself and be committed to raising standards
• be ambitious and ready to take on extra responsibility, or already be a HLTA wanting to develop your role in a different setting

In return we offer you:
• a friendly staff team who are dedicated to the children
• a supportive and experienced HLTA team which you will be a valued part of
• well planned continuing professional development
• a positive and well-resourced working environment
• an annual golden day to be taken in term time
• access to the LA Employee Assistance Programme offering wellbeing and mental health support
• school fleece, staff room refreshments
• planning and preparation time

Visits to our school are warmly welcomed. If you would like to arrange a visit, or would like an opportunity to discuss this role informally, then please contact the head teacher, Jo Adams on 01582 572100 or visit our website www.william-austin.com for more information about our school, including a virtual tour.

Whilst we acknowledge the advantages of AI in crafting personal statements for applications, we strongly encourage and expect applicants to personalise and tailor responses.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Luton

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

05-11-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No