Post Title: HLTA
Responsible to: Headteacher
Location: St. Patrick’s RC Primary School
Salary: Grade 6 scp 19 24 Actual Salary £20,147 – £22,253 (£32,061 – £35,412 FTE)
Term of Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Term Time Only
Hours per week: Part Time 27.5 hours per week
Start date: 1/9/2026
Closing date: 25/5/2026
St. Patrick’s RC Primary School are currently seeking a Higher Level Teaching Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Trust at the beginning of a journey of transition, development, and growth within the multi‑academy trust.
St. Patrick’s is looking for a HLTA who is experienced in working as Teaching Assistant across both KS1 and KS2. In your role as a HLTA you will perform additional duties to a Teaching Assistant. You will support teaching and learning in classes as well as planning and preparing lessons when the class teacher is not available. Where necessary, you will also deliver support to small groups to help improve outcomes for pupils. As this role includes working across both KS1 and KS2, you should be confident in working with all ages. You should be an excellent communicator, committed to meeting the needs of all pupils and willing to adapt. Candidates with subject specialism are encouraged to apply e.g. PE, Music etc.
Responsibilities:
- Support teaching and learning in KS1 and KS2 classes.
- Plan, prepare and deliver lessons when the class teacher is not available.
- Deliver support to small groups to improve pupil outcomes.
- Adapt and modify activities to meet the needs of all learners.
- Identify barriers to learning and devise strategies to support learners.
- Use computer technology to support classroom lessons and record‑keeping.
- Report and support learners’ social and emotional well‑being to the class teacher or pastoral lead.
- Communicate effectively with students, teachers, parents and carers.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Proficient in English and Maths.
- Computer literacy with confidence in using digital record‑keeping software.
- Understanding of the KS1 and KS2 curriculum expectations.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience with teaching across KS1 and KS2.
- Confidence to plan and deliver lessons to a KS1 or KS2 class.
We can offer:
- A supportive and dedicated Local Governing Body and staff.
- Highly effective safeguarding procedures.
- A working environment where all feel valued and respected.
- Supportive colleagues and governors with a clear vision and high aspirations for the school.
- A highly dedicated and inspirational team.
- Commitment to relevant, personalised Continuous Professional Development.
- A happy, calm and welcoming working environment.
- Opportunities to work within the wider STOCCAT team.
- Generous Local Government Pension scheme employer contribution.
- Recognition of continuous Local Government service where applicable.
EEO Statement: The Trust is committed to welcoming individuals regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy or parental leave, or socio‑economic background. We welcome applicants from all communities, and from people that identify with those characteristics.
Commitment to Safeguarding: The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1074 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check including Children’s barred list check and satisfactory references, including your suitability to work with children. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS’s Code of Practice. Applications will only be considered from individual applicants on our standard application form, and not via CV alone or agencies. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a form for self‑disclosure of cautions and convictions.
*Please note we only accept applications submitted via our website*
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