Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Status

 

HLTA status provides recognition that a teaching assistant is working at a higher level, as assessed against a set of national standards. Research commissioned by the Training and Development Agency found that....

'....HLTA status is offering recognition and valuable development opportunities to support staff as well as providing assistance to pupils, teachers and schools. It is clear that the HLTA role has the potential to change the way in which education is delivered and to make a positive difference to school life. It offers greater flexibility to school leaders as well as greater job satisfaction for staff.' 

 

  School Policy for the employment of Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA)

 

Visit the following websites for more information about HLTA status:

 Training and Development Agency (TDA)

 Sussex Support Staff Qualifications Framework