HLTA

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Grange Primary School & Nursery, Shrewsbury (SY1 3QR) Grade 7 | 30 hours per week | Fixed term (potential to become permanent) Closing date: Monday 5th October 2026 (9am) Interviews: Thursday 8th & Friday 9th October 2026 Make a real difference at Grange Primary School Grange Primary School is a warm, inclusive and ambitious school at the heart of the community. As part of the Marches Academy Trust, we live our vision of “Achievement Through Caring” , creating a nurturing environment where every child is supported to thrive. We are now seeking a skilled, committed and reflective Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our dedicated and forward-thinking team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality teaching and learning, helping our pupils to grow in confidence, curiosity and independence. The Role As an HLTA, you will: - Deliver learning to whole classes, small groups and individuals , including PPA cover - Support teachers with planning, assessment and adapting learning to meet pupil needs - Lead targeted interventions and pastoral support , including 1:1 work - Work closely with the SENDCo , contributing to EHCPs, provision maps and referrals - Promote inclusion, independence and positive behaviour for all pupils - Monitor and record pupil progress, supporting high-quality outcomes - Contribute to the wider life of the school, including trips, enrichment and daily routines About You We are looking for someone who: - Holds HLTA status (or equivalent) and has strong primary experience - Has experience of leading whole-class learning and delivering interventions - Is passionate about supporting all pupils, including those with - Has excellent communication, organisation and ICT skills - Builds positive relationships with pupils, staff and - Is proactive, enthusiastic and committed to professional development Why Join Grange? We can offer you: - A supportive, welcoming and highly collaborative team - A varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same - Excellent professional development opportunities through our Talent Pathway - A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and work–life balance - Access to wellbeing support , including counselling, physiotherapy and medical services - The opportunity to make a genuine impact on children’s lives every day How to Apply For further details about this vacancy, please contact  Charlie Summers, Headteacher , via email at  info@gra.mmat.co.uk  or by calling  01743 462984   (please note we do not accept CVs).   Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. Please contact  Michelle Charles  at  info@gra.mmat.co.uk  to arrange a visit.    Closing date: Monday 5th October 2026 (9am) Interviews: Thursday 8th & Friday 9th October 2026 We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care and expect all staff to share this commitment. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to declare any criminal convictions and will be subject to online checks. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.