What level is HLTA status equivalent to?

The HLTA Professional Standards require literacy and numeracy qualifications equivalent to Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework. What does this mean? Evidence of GCE A-level or AS-level or Key Skills Level 3 qualifications in literacy and numeracy will also be accepted since they are higher than Level 2.

Is Hlta a Level 6 qualification?

A HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) qualification is a nationally-recognised Level 4 qualification that allows teaching assistants to progress into a higher role. It advances on current teaching experience and knowledge to help you reach a higher level of ability.

Is Hlta a NVQ qualification?

An adviser from One Education explained that HLTA status is not necessarily a higher level than an NVQ level 3 qualification. She explained that there is no national level for HLTA status and that the level of an HLTA role is decided locally by the school’s employer.

What can I do with a Hlta qualification?

Many HLTAs have a role to play outside the classroom, as well: they may manage other classroom-based staff, develop a specialist curriculum area within the school and often liaise with parents and carers on sensitive issues for particular pupils. What skills and experience do I need?

What do you need to know about HLTA standards?

32 Organise and manage learning activities in ways which keep learners safe 33 Direct the work, where relevant, of other adults in supporting learning *Teaching and learning activities must take place under the direction of a teacher and in accordance with arrangements made by the headteacher of the school.

When was higher level teaching assistant ( HLTA ) introduced?

We look at what the job entails and how you can apply. The Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) role was introduced in 2003, following workforce reform to raise standards and tackle workload in the classroom. However, the big problem is the Government has cut all funding for support staff training.

When was HLTA status introduced in the UK?

HLTA status and the standards HLTA status was introduced in 2003 to support school workforce reform.

How long does it take to get HLTA status?

This process is the same for all HLTA candidates. Preparation takes the equivalent of three days and is delivered by Providers of Preparation (PoPs) for HLTA status. Preparation for assessment also involves completing assessment tasks which draw on their experience against the HLTA standards.