Teaching Assistant / HLTA

Rated OUTSTANDING by Ofsted (March 2025) The Governing Body wishes to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant or Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our team from 1 January 2027. We provide a warm and friendly working environment, high staff morale, and a strong commitment to developing our staff so they can achieve their full potential. Salary Teaching Assistant (PS3.3): £25,133 FTE (Actual Salary £19,520) HLTA (PS6.2): £31,659 FTE (Actual Salary £24,588) Hours 32.5 hours per week Term time only (39 weeks per year) Contract - Fixed-term contract for one year The Successful Candidate Will: Have the ability to encourage, motivate and communicate effectively with children. Be able to work independently and as part of a team. Have a passion for enabling pupils to realise their potential and achieve success. Promote a positive ethos and act as an excellent role model for our children. Hold GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C or above (or be willing to work towards achieving these qualifications if required). Be receptive to advice, keen to learn, and committed to their professional development. In Return, We Offer: A strong team ethos in a happy and welcoming environment. A commitment to supporting professional development. The opportunity to work with an enthusiastic, dedicated and experienced team. Wonderful children who are enthusiastic and eager to learn. Our Staff Wellbeing Package Includes: Unlimited Counselling – confidential one-to-one therapy sessions. Physiotherapy Support – online resources and/or up to five sessions at a local private clinic. Complementary Therapies – support for staff affected by cancer or chronic illnesses. 24/7 GP Service – access to qualified GPs whenever needed. A supportive culture that values work-life balance. Proactive leadership committed to staff wellbeing. And much more. Closing Date Friday 6 November 2026 at 9:00am