Job Description
HLTA / Cover Lead - Reception to Year 6
Location: Blackpool (Excellent transport and parking links)
Pay: £120 - £135 per day
Hours: Monday - Friday, 08:45 - 15:30 (Term Time Only)
Contract: September 2026 - July 2027 (Full Academic Year)
Are you an ambitious educator seeking a high-impact role for the 2026/2027 academic year?
We are partnering with a forward-thinking Primary Academy in Blackpool to recruit a strong Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) or Cover Lead. This role offers the perfect balance of leadership and classroom presence across a vibrant two-form entry setting.
Who Should Apply?
ECTs / Qualified Teachers: Gain diverse classroom experience or stay "front of class" without the pressure of full-time planning and data tracking.
Qualified HLTAs: Professionals looking for a stable, full-year contract in a supportive environment.
Level 3 TAs: If you have the confidence to lead a class, the Academy is willing to support and fund your HLTA training during the contract.
The Role: Classroom Leadership & PPA Cover
As the Academy's Cover Lead, you will be essential to the daily running of the school. Your responsibilities include:
Leading the Classroom: Independently delivering pre-planned lessons across EYFS, KS1, and KS2 during PPA time and staff absence.
Literacy Support: Delivering the ReadWriteInc Phonics programme to boost reading confidence.
Targeted Interventions: Leading small group activities and adapting resources for pupils with diverse needs.
Requirements
Qualifications: Must hold a Level 4 HLTA qualification, a relevant Degree, or QTS/ECT status.
Confidence: Proven ability to lead a whole class independently with strong behaviour management.
Commitment: Available for the full academic year from September 2026.
Compliance: Subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Why Join Tradewind?
Top Rates of Pay: Earn £120 - £135 per day via direct PAYE.
Professional Development: Free access to over 2,500 accredited courses via the National College.
