HLTA / Cover Teacher

Permanent full-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference Bolton_1763119475
Closing date December 14, 2025
Location Chorley, United Kingdom. Bolton, United Kingdom
Type Full-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) / PPA Cover - Full Time

Job Purpose:

To provide high-quality teaching and learning support across the school, including delivering planned lessons during teachers' PPA time, supporting pupil progress, and contributing to the overall development of the school community.

Key Responsibilities:

Teaching & Learning
  • Deliver pre-planned lessons across a range of subjects and year groups during teachers' PPA time.
  • Ensure lessons are engaging, inclusive, and aligned with the National Curriculum.
  • Manage classroom behaviour effectively, following the school's behaviour policy.
  • Adapt teaching strategies to meet the needs of mixed-ability groups and pupils with SEND.
    • Assessment & Feedback
  • Mark work and provide constructive feedback in line with school policy.
  • Assist in assessing pupil attainment and contribute to planning for future learning.
    • Safeguarding & Pastoral Care
  • Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and child protection.
  • Support pupils' social and emotional development, acting as a positive role model.
    • Professional Duties
  • Work collaboratively with teachers and other staff to ensure continuity of learning.
  • Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and contribute to school improvement initiatives.
  • Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

    • Essential Qualifications & Experience

  • HLTA Status (Higher Level Teaching Assistant Certificate) OR
  • Fully Qualified Teacher (QTS).
  • Up-to-date Safeguarding Training and Enhanced DBS Check/ willingness to get one.

    • Desirable Experience

  • Experience across EYFS, KS1, and KS2.
  • Knowledge of strategies for supporting pupils with SEND.
  • Familiarity with assessment and feedback processes.

    • Hours & Contract

  • Full-Time Monday - Friday 8:30 - 3:30

    • APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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