Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Status

Higher level teaching assistant status is awarded to support staff who meet the national HLTA standards. An HLTA does all the things that regular teaching assistants do but the biggest difference is the increased level of responsibility, including whole class teaching in the short-term absence of the teacher. This course requires two days in the classroom, followed by in school tasks and a portfolio to complete before a three hour assessment visit in school.  

Topics that will be covered include:

• Role of the HLTA
• Understand the HTLA standards
• Self-review
• Providing supporting evidence
• Preparation for assessment

The tutor has extensive experience working in schools, with a background in Primary education and holds a Degree in Education.