HLTA PPA Cover Teacher

HEYES LANE PRIMARY SCHOOL
CROFTON AVENUE
TIMPERLEY
ALTRINCHAM
WA15 6BZ
Tel: 0161 973 9850
Email: office@heyeslane.co.uk
Website: www.heyeslane.co.uk
Headteacher: Mrs Sally Harkin

POST 1 HLTA PPA Cover Teacher Required from September 2026
Band 5 - £32,061-£33,699 pro-rata (Term Time only plus inset days)
Actual salary £27,577 - £28,986
Full-time - 36.25 hours per week
1-year temporary contract with the possibly of an extension

POST 2 HLTA PPA Cover Teacher Required from September 2026
Band 5 - £32,061-£33,699 pro-rata (Term Time only plus inset days)
Actual salary £16,546 - £17,391
Part-time 21.75 hours per week (3 days per week)
1-year temporary contract with the possibly of an extension

“An exceptional school for everyone”
Heyes Lane Primary School is a vibrant, three-form entry school in the heart of Timperley, proudly serving a diverse and inclusive community of 580 pupils. Our spacious site and extensive outdoor facilities provide a safe, engaging and inspiring environment for children to thrive.

Rooted in our mission to be an exceptional school for everyone, our work is guided by five core values: a positive mindset, an active approach, a creative outlook, a connected environment, and a caring nature. These values shape our culture and ensure that every child is nurtured academically, socially and emotionally.

Our bespoke, enquiry-led curriculum is designed to excite curiosity, develop independence, and build lifelong learners. We are a supportive, ambitious and forward-thinking school community committed to high standards, innovation, and inclusion.

If you are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a dedicated and dynamic team, we would love to hear from you.

The successful HLTA candidate will be:

A nurturing and relational practitioner who builds strong, respectful relationships with primary-aged children, their families, and colleagues across the school
An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills, able to collaborate closely with class teachers, support staff, and parents to ensure consistency and the best possible outcomes for pupils
Confident and experienced in supporting teaching and learning across the primary age range, with a good understanding of the national curriculum and how children learn at different stages
Energetic, adaptable, and creative in delivering engaging lessons and activities during PPA cover, maintaining high expectations for behaviour and learning
Committed to supporting the academic, social, emotional, and physical development of all pupils, recognising and responding to individual needs.
A team player who contributes positively to the wider school community and works effectively with staff to support planning, assessment, and classroom routines
Aligned with our vision of being ‘an exceptional school for everyone’ and committed to upholding and modelling our school’s core values
Fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, following the school’s rigorous safeguarding policies and procedures

What We Can Offer You:

A warm, caring school ethos where staff well-being is prioritised and actively supported
A family-first Senior Leadership Team that understands the importance of worklife balance
A creative and nurturing environment where you can grow professionally without overwhelming demands
A strong, supportive staff team that collaborates to share the workload and ensure everyone feels valued
Children who are curious, kind, and eager to thrive creating a fulfilling and rewarding teaching experience
A committed and supportive Governing Board that champions staff well-being alongside high academic standards
Positive relationships with engaged parents and carers who understand and respect your role
An environment where you can contribute to our school’s vision while being supported in your own professional development

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and will take place on Monday 20 April 2026 at 2.30pm and Thursday 23 April 2026 at 9.15am. These can be arranged by contacting the school office on 0161 973 9850 or by emailing the School Business Manager, Denise Clark, sbm@heyeslane.co.uk

Please send completed applications by email to sbm@heyeslane.co.uk

Heyes Lane Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, medical clearance, verification of qualifications and the right to work in the UK.

Closing date - Friday 24 April 2026 (Midday)
Shortlisting - Monday 27 April 2026
Lesson Observation and Task - Thursday 30 April 2026
Interviews - Friday 1 May 2026