Higher Level Teaching Assistant

About the role

St. Andrew’s School is recruiting a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to start in September 2026. This is a permanent, term‑time only position working 35 hours per week with an actual salary of £22,984.54 (working term time only).

Key responsibilities

• Work as a Teaching Assistant in a KS1/KS2 classroom, supporting teaching and learning.
• Deliver weekly small‑group English and Maths intervention sessions.
• Deliver whole‑class teaching in a non‑core subject.
• Provide cover for teacher absence.

Qualifications and experience

• Qualified with HLTA Level 4 certification.

Desired qualities

• Creative, dedicated and enthusiastic.
• High expectations of both academic achievement and behaviour.
• Support traditions and share the school’s vision for the future.
• Develop positive relationships with all parents.
• Capable of delivering excellent lessons.
• Team player within a happy, hard‑working staff.
• Willing to take on extra‑curricular responsibilities (Before and After School Clubs and Holiday Club are paid in addition).
• Ensure ICT is used effectively in teaching (pupils have access to their own laptops).

Benefits

• Small class sizes.
• Well‑resourced classrooms.
• Excellent opportunities for continuing professional development.
• Exceptional support from the Senior Leadership Team and colleagues.
• Supportive parents and staff.
• Delicious free lunches.
• Professional Development and Allocated (PPA) time.
• Discounted Pre‑School/Main School fees for your own child/ren.

Conditions and requirements

• Right to work in the UK – no sponsorship available.
• Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Application information

To be considered, applicants must complete and submit a fully completed application form through our website. Interviews are on a rolling basis.

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